Meaning of the word "cerebral cortex" in English
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cerebral cortex
US /səˌriː.brəl ˈkɔːr.teks/
UK /səˌriː.brəl ˈkɔːr.teks/
Noun
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the outer layer of the cerebrum (the cerebral hemispheres), consisting of gray matter and playing a key role in memory, attention, perception, cognition, awareness, thought, language, and consciousness
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Damage to the cerebral cortex can impair cognitive functions.
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The human cerebral cortex is highly folded, increasing its surface area.
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