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The ridges and furrows in the cerebral cortex are actually folds. The 'furrows' are called sulci and the 'bumps' are called gyri.
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∙ 11y agoThe brain has a convoluted shape; the ridges are convolutions.
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What increases the surface area?
This only applies to larger mammals. The cerebral cortex is folded into many gyri (ridges) and sulci (furrows), which has allowed the cortex to expand in surface area without taking up much greater volume.
What increases the cerebrum's surface area?
This only applies to larger mammals. The cerebral cortex is folded into many gyri (ridges) and sulci (furrows), which has allowed the cortex to expand in surface area without taking up much greater volume.
Do crickets have a cerebral cortex?
No, only mammals have a cerebral cortex.
Do pigs have a cerebral cortex?
Yes, pigs have a cerebral cortex.
What is another name for the cerebral cortex?
Another name for the cerebral cortex is the telencephalon.
What is in the cerebral cortex?
In the cerebral cortex there are 6 layers of neurons (grey matter).
Does sperm travel near the cerebral cortex?
No! The cerebral cortex is part of the brain.
What causes cerebral cortex?
Cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the brain. Having a brain that is capable of a variety of brain function "causes" the cerebral cortex!
Thin outer layer of gray matter in the brain?
The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of thecerebrum, it is composed of six cell layers of deeply folded and ridged gray matter.
What has the author Lynn Bindman written?
Lynn Bindman has written: 'The neurophysiology of the cerebal cortex' -- subject(s): Cerebral cortex, Cerebralcortex 'The neurophysiology of the cerebral cortex' -- subject(s): Cerebral cortex, Neurophysiology
Which area of the brain can be damaged by chronic alcohol abuse?
cerebral cortex
Where are taste sensations interpreted?
parietal lobe
