Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brain-parenchyma
Noun
/breɪn pəˈrɛn.kɪ.mə/
Definition
The functional tissue of the brain, composed of neurons and glial cells.
Examples
- The brain-parenchyma is crucial for cognitive abilities.
- Damage to the brain-parenchyma can lead to serious neurological problems.
- Research on brain-parenchyma is essential to understand conditions like Alzheimer’s disease.
Meaning
Brain-parenchyma refers to the essential and active part of the brain that is responsible for processing information and controlling functions.
Synonyms
- Brain tissue
- Cerebral tissue
- Neuropil
