Spinal Cord Flashcards
1
Q
What is the spinal cord?
A
It is like the highway to and from the brain
2
Q
How long is the spinal cord?
A
45 cm long/18 inches
3
Q
What does the spinal cord contain?
A
It has the central canal which is a narrow internal passageway filled with CSP fluid
4
Q
How many segments does the spinal cord have?
A
31 segments total
