How to Say "cortex" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “cortex” is “corteza” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2formal
anatomy/brain layer

Examples
La corteza terrestre es la capa más externa de nuestro planeta.
The Earth's crust is the outermost layer of our planet.
La corteza cerebral es responsable del pensamiento complejo.
The cerebral cortex is responsible for complex thought.
Scientific Descriptions
When using 'corteza' in science, it is almost always followed by an adjective like 'terrestre' (Earth) or 'cerebral' (brain) to be specific.
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