Question

It is an H-shaped mass present in the spinal cord.

• A. dura mater
• B. white matter
• C. dorsal root
• D. grey matter

Answer 1

The correct option is D

grey matter

The correct option is D.
Explanation of the correct option:

1. The spinal cord is a tubular or cylindrical structure that runs from the medulla oblongata to the neural canal in the vertebral column.
2. The spinal cord consists of grey matter and white matter. Grey matter is an H-shaped structure that forms the centre while white matter is present at the periphery.
3. The main function of the spinal cord is to provide pathways to sensory and motor impulses.

Final answer:

Grey matter is an H-shaped mass present in the spinal cord