tapetum of corpus callosum

tapetum

On either side of the corpus collosum, the fibers radiate in the white substance and pass to the various parts of the cerebral cortex; those curving forward from the genu into the frontal lobe constitute the forceps anterior, and those curving backward into the occipital lobe, the forceps posterior. Between these two parts is the main body of the fibers which constitute the tapetum and extend laterally on either side into the temporal lobe, and cover in the central part of the lateral ventricle. [Wikipedia via Greys].

Type Organ
Parent Structure cerebral hemisphere white matter
Latin Name tapetum
FMA ID 77208

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tapetum of corpus callosum?
On either side of the corpus collosum, the fibers radiate in the white substance and pass to the various parts of the cerebral cortex; those curving forward from the genu into the frontal lobe constitute the forceps anterior, and those curving backward into the occipital lobe, the forceps posterior.
What is the Latin name for the tapetum of corpus callosum?
The Latin name for the tapetum of corpus callosum is tapetum.

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