cerebral cortex
US /səˌriː.brəl ˈkɔːr.teks/
UK /səˌriː.brəl ˈkɔːr.teks/
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hersenschors, cerebrale cortex
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.
Schade aan de hersenschors kan cognitieve functies aantasten.
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The human cerebral cortex is highly folded, increasing its surface area.
De menselijke hersenschors is sterk geplooid, wat het oppervlak vergroot.