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The Nervous System

Meninges of the brain

Meninges of the brain

The outermost layer of the meninges is the dura mater, which protects the brain and spinal cord. The innermost layer is the pia mater, which directly covers the brain and spinal cord. The arachnoid mater is found between the two.

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