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Cerebrospinal Fluid.
Cerebro spinal fluid is clear colourless fluid which surrounds and
bathes the brain and spinal cord.
It is a filtrate of blood and is produced in hollow spaces at the
centre of the brain called ventricles.
Containing the cerebrospinal fluid is a tough waterproof sack made
up of three membranous layers called the meninges which surround
the brain and spinal cord.
Cerebrospinal fluid acts as a "cushion" or buffer for
the brain. It providing also a basic mechanical and immunological
protection to the brain inside the skull.
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