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Periaqueductal

Meaning: Describing the grey matter around the midbrain's fluid channel, a key centre for descending pain control.

In practice: Stimulating the periaqueductal grey produces strong pain relief in animal studies.

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Which word means: The posterior part of the brain connecting the cerebrum to the spinal cord, controlling vital functions.

Which word means: The portions of frontal, parietal and temporal lobes that overhang and cover the insula.

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