Equine Physiology Workbook

21. What are the cranial meninges? Briefly describe each.

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22. What is the ventricular system responsible for? _________________________________

23. What type of fluid is produced? ______________________________________________

24. What type of cell produces CSF? What structure produces CSF? ____________________

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25. Where are the ventricles located? ____________________________________________

26. What is responsible for the absorption of CSF? __________________________________

27. Why is it important for the brain to have a constant supply of glucose?

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28. What is the function of arachnoid villi? ________________________________________

29. What type of cell junction plays a role in the BBB? _______________________________

30. Where is the cardiovascular center located within the brain stem?

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