Question

What is the role of cerebrospinal fluid other than protecting brain and spinal cord against trauma?

• A. Help in triggering impulse
• B. Circulates nutrients and chemicals
• C. Removes wastes products
• D. Both A & B
• E. Both B & C

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

Both B & C

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colorless liquid that bathes the brain and spinal cord. Cerebrospinal fluid not only provides protection against trauma for both brain and spinal cord but also circulates nutrients and chemicals filtered from the blood and removes waste products from the brain.