Regions of the CNS where neuron cell bodies dominate constitute the ________ matter.

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The cell bodies of neurons in the central nervous system (CNS) constitute the grey matter. This includes regions such as the cerebral cortex, basal ganglia, and spinal cord. The grey color comes from the presence of cell bodies which contain high amounts of grayish-brown pigment called Nissl substance. White matter, on the other hand, consists primarily of axons, which are the long fibers that extend from neurons to communicate with other cells.

Regions of the CNS Where Neuron Cell Bodies Dominate Constitute