Question

Human brain is covered by

• A. Two meninges
• B. Three meninges
• C. Five meninges
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Three meninges

Meninges are the membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord of the central nervous system.

In mammals, the meninges consist of three layers - dura mater, arachnoid mater and pia mater. The primary function of the meninges and of the cerebrospinal fluid is to protect the central nervous system.