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To determine: The meningeal layer that provides the most support and physical protection to the brain.
Concept introduction: The control and communication center of the human body is the brain. There are four major regions of the brain: cerebellum, cerebrum, brainstem, and diencephalon. All these structures are covered by membranes known as the meninges. Cranial meninges constitute three protective membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord.
To determine: The reason how dura mater provides most support and physical protection to the brain.
Concept introduction: The control and communication center of the human body is the brain. There are four major regions of the brain: cerebellum, cerebrum, brainstem, and diencephalon. All these structures are covered by membranes known as the meninges. Cranial meninges constitute three protective membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord.
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