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To list: All the regions present in the sites of the central nervous system (CNS), where the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is located and its functions.
Introduction: The central nervous system in short is CNS that is formed of the brain as well as the spinal cord. The brain carries out a significant role in maximum of the bodily functions that include sensations, memory, speech, movements, and so on. A few reflex movements could happen through pathways of the spinal cord despite of the brain’s participation.
Explanation of Solution
CSF is present in various sites of CNS such as subarachnoid space, ventricles, as well as the central canal.
The functions of CSF are as follows:
- Defends the spinal cord as well as the brain.
- Functions as a medium of diffusion for dissolved gases, waste products, as well as chemical messengers.
- Supply nutrients to the tissues of CNS.
- Functions as a shock absorber.
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