The cerebral cortex

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What is the outer grey matter covering of the cerebrum called?
Cerebral cortex
Why does the cerebral cortex have a large surface area?
Due to the folds known as sulci and gyri
What percentage of the brain's weight does the cerebral cortex account for?
About 1/2 of the brain's weight
How many hemispheres does the cerebral cortex have?
Two hemispheres
What are the ridges and folds on the cerebral cortex called?
Gyri and sulci
What is the name of the large deep sulcus that joins the two hemispheres of the brain?
Medial longitudinal fissure
In which direction does the medial longitudinal fissure run? 
From the front of the head to the back
Which hemisphere of the brain controls the left side of the body?
The right hemisphere
Which hemisphere of the brain controls the right side of the body?
The left hemisphere
How do the two hemispheres of the brain communicate with each other?
Through the corpus callosum
What is the structure that connects the two hemispheres of the cerebrum?
Corpus callosum
Where is the corpus callosum located in relation to the cerebrum?
It is at the center of the cerebrum