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1
Q

what are the layers of the cerebral cortex

A
molecular
external granule layer
external pyramidal 
internal granule
internal pyramidal 
multiforme
2
Q

where is the substantia gelatinosa found

A

apex of posterior grey column in the spinal cord

3
Q

what is the function of the substantia gelatinosa

A

where first order neurones from the spinothalamic tract

C fibres synapse here to wide dynamic range neurones which also receive a fibres