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The main function of cerebrospinal fluid.
State the functions of the following:
Cerebrospinal fluid
Give any four functions of CSF.
Short Answer
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Solution
- The cerebrospinal fluid absorbs shock.
- It protects the brain and spinal cord against desiccation and mechanical harm.
- It also controls the temperature and keeps the pressure inside the skull steady.
- CSF facilitates the transfer of waste products and nutrients from the circulation to the brain tissue.
- The brain and spinal cord receive oxygen via CSF.
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