Practice 9 Flashcards
1
Q
what are the layers of the cerebral cortex
A
molecular external granule layer external pyramidal internal granule internal pyramidal multiforme
2
Q
where is the substantia gelatinosa found
A
apex of posterior grey column in the spinal cord
3
Q
what is the function of the substantia gelatinosa
A
where first order neurones from the spinothalamic tract
C fibres synapse here to wide dynamic range neurones which also receive a fibres