20 Questions
What is the role of epigenetic modification in cell differentiation?
Playing a central role in developing fetus cell differentiation
How are epigenetic changes related to offspring inheritance?
They can be inherited if they occur in germ-line cells
What is the main function of axoplasmic transport in neurons?
Transporting proteins made in the soma to axon terminals
What do many cell membrane proteins in neurons act as?
Enzymes catalyzing biochemical reactions
Which brain structure coordinates various components of emotional responses through connections with other brain areas?
Amygdala
What function is closely associated with the hippocampus?
Establishment of new long-term memories
Which brain region is most implicated in the establishment of new long-term memories and spatial memory?
Hippocampus
Which disease involves behavioral action selection influenced by the prefrontal cortex within the basal ganglia?
Huntington's disease
Which area of the brain is responsible for insight, social judgement, and personality?
Pre-frontal cortex
Where is Broca's Area located?
Frontal lobes
Which brain region is involved in the processing of touch and spatial information of the body?
Somatosensory cortex
What is the main function of the Basal Ganglia?
Motor control
Where is Werneke's area located?
Between temporal and parietal lobes
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for sensory analysis of auditory information?
Temporal lobes
Which animal has a smoother cerebral cortex without gyri or fissures?
Rat
Which brain region is considered the control center of visceral processes like thirst and hunger?
Hypothalamus
Which part of the brainstem is anatomically composed of the tegtum, tegmentum, and cerebral peduncles?
Midbrain
What does the pineal body in the epithalamus control?
Melatonin secretion
Which area of the brain receives all sensory information before it is sent to the cortex?
Thalamus
What brain region contains nuclei that relay signals from the cerebrum to the cerebellum?
Pons
This quiz covers topics related to the basal ganglia, including behavioral action selection, learning, and motivation. It also delves into diseases associated with the basal ganglia, such as Parkinson's disease and ADHD. Additionally, it explores the anatomy and functions of the limbic system, including structures like the hippocampus and amygdala.
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