The brain and spinal cord are protected by the:
a. pleura
b. peritoneum
c. mediastinum
d. meninges
d
Explanation:
a. pleura: the pleura is around the lung
b. peritoneum: the peritoneum is in the abdominopelvic cavity
c. mediastinum: the mediastinum is the central region
d. meninges: correct
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