Question

Mention , where in the human body are the following located and state their main functions :

(a) Corpus callosum

(b) Central canal

Answer 1

(a) Corpus Callosum - It is located located in the forebrain. It connects two cerebral hemispheres and transfers information from one hemisphere to other.
(b) Central canal - It is located in centre of the spinal cord. It is in continuation with the cavities of the brain. It is filled with cerebrospinal fluid and acts as shock proof cushion. In addition, it also helps in exchange of materials with neurons.