Cortical Layers Flashcards
1
Q
Supragranular
A
Above Layer IV
Cortico-cortical connections
I-plexiform layer
II&III-densely packed with neurons
2
Q
Internal granular
A
Layer IV
Densely packed stellate cells
Receives input from thalamus
3
Q
Infragranular
A
Below Layer IV
Descending projections for efferent mechanisms
V&VI pyramidal neurons to thalamus, brainstem, spinal cord