Question

which of the following is the correct layering of the meninges from superficial (skull) to deep (brain)?
a dura mater, pia mater, arachnoid mater
b pia mater, dura mater, arachnoid mater
c dura mater, arachnoid mater, pia mater
d arachnoid mater, dura mater, pia mater

Explanation:

The three meninges layers from superficial (closest to the skull) to deep (closest to the brain) are the dura mater (tough outer - layer), the arachnoid mater (middle layer), and the pia mater (innermost layer closely adherent to the brain).

Answer:

C. Dura mater, arachnoid mater, pia mater