Cerebral Cortex (Noun)
Meaning
The layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The cerebral cortex is divided into four lobes, each with distinct functions and specializations.
- Damage to the cerebral cortex can result in a range of cognitive and motor impairments.
- The cerebral cortex is responsible for processing sensory information from the environment.
- The cerebral cortex contains billions of neurons that work together to facilitate complex behaviors.
- The development of the cerebral cortex is a key aspect of human brain development from infancy to adulthood.