Figure 14-1 The Circulation of Cerebrospinal Fluid

Use Figure 14-1 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the structure labeled "9."
A) dura mater
B) superior sagittal sinus
C) lateral ventricle
D) subarachnoid space
E) arachnoid granulation

Question

Figure 14-1 The Circulation of Cerebrospinal Fluid

Use Figure 14-1 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the structure labeled "9."
A) dura mater 
B) superior sagittal sinus 
C) lateral ventricle 
D) subarachnoid space 
E) arachnoid granulation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The structure labeled "9" is the superior sagittal sinus, which is a large venous channel found in the brain that runs along the top of the skull in the subdural space. It collects blood draining from the brain and channels it into the transverse sinuses.

Figure 14-1 the Circulation of Cerebrospinal Fluid