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The fluid contained within the subarachnoid space that provides cushioning and shock absorption is called (do not abbreviate)

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This is called Cerebrospinal Fluid, or CSF. Cerebrospinal fluid is important in the nervous due to the fact it both cusions and provides some nutrition to the brain and spine.
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