cortex
US /ˈkɔːr.teks/
UK /ˈkɔːr.teks/
1.
córtex, córtex cerebral
the outer layer of the cerebrum (the cerebral cortex), composed of folded gray matter and playing an important role in consciousness.
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The frontal lobe of the cerebral cortex is involved in planning and decision-making.
O lobo frontal do córtex cerebral está envolvido no planejamento e na tomada de decisões.
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Damage to the visual cortex can lead to blindness.
Danos ao córtex visual podem levar à cegueira.
2.
córtex, camada externa
the outer layer of an organ or other body structure, as distinguished from its inner or medullary portion.
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The renal cortex is the outer part of the kidney.
O córtex renal é a parte externa do rim.
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The adrenal cortex produces various hormones.
O córtex adrenal produz vários hormônios.