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Anatomy & Physiology · Chapter 13

The Meninges

The brain and spinal cord are wrapped in three thin, protective layers. They go from a tough outer layer to a soft inner one, with fluid-filled spaces between. Tap each layer.

Dura mater

The meningesouter → inner

The layers (outer → inner)

📷 Reference image
A real labeled figure to compare with the interactive above.
The Meninges reference figure
The Meninges — labeled reference figure