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What are gray matter and white matter, and where are they found?

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Gray matter is home to neural cells, axon terminals, dendrites and nerve synapses. It is commonly found in the cerebellum, cerebrum, and brain stem. It gets its name due to its gray color.

White matter is located in the deeper tissues of the brain, and contains nerve fibres, and extensions of nerve cells. A substance called myelin gives white matter its white color.

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The gray matter is located in the brain. It is found in the outermost layer of the brain. It is surrounding the cerebrum and is called as cortex of the brain. The white matter is located in the further tissues of the brain or the subcortical. It is found underneath the gray matter. These are all located in the cerebral cortex.

The gray matter facilitates the control movement, memory, and emotions of an individual. The white matter is for learning and brain functions.

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