HR Block 6 flashcards
(4 cards)
2
Q
What is the laminar structure of the neocortex, and how does it vary
A
6 layers, there are local variations in thickness of layers and cell density
3
Q
What is an example of paleocortex, and how many layers does it have
A
less layers than neocortex
4
Q
What is an example of archicortex, and how many layers does it have
A
3 layers
5
Q
What are the two dominate neuron types in the cerebral cortex
A
Pyrimidial cells (provide output axons) and Spiny Stellate cells (interneurons)
