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What are the major regions of the brain in the central nervous system?
What are the major regions of the brain in the central nervous system?
The major regions of the brain in the central nervous system are the cerebrum and cerebral cortex, the diencephalon, the brain stem, and the cerebellum.
What are the two main divisions of the nervous system and what does each include?
What are the two main divisions of the nervous system and what does each include?
The two main divisions of the nervous system are the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and the spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system (PNS), which consists of the neurological system outside of the brain and spinal cord.
What is the responsibility of the cerebral cortex in the nervous system?
What is the responsibility of the cerebral cortex in the nervous system?
The cerebral cortex is responsible for the higher functions of the nervous system such as memory, emotion, and consciousness.
How is the communication between the right and left hemispheres of the cerebral cortex facilitated?
How is the communication between the right and left hemispheres of the cerebral cortex facilitated?
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When can a neurological health history be obtained from a patient?
When can a neurological health history be obtained from a patient?
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