Brain Structures Overview

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Which part of the brain controls movement, speech, intelligence, emotion, and what we see and hear?

  • Frontal Lobe
  • Brainstem
  • Parietal Lobe
  • Cerebellum (correct)

Which lobe of the brain processes information about touch, taste, and temperature?

  • Temporal Lobe
  • Occipital Lobe
  • Parietal Lobe (correct)
  • Frontal Lobe

What is the main function of the brainstem?

  • Controls complex thinking
  • Regulates vital functions like heartbeat and breathing (correct)
  • Serves as the main processing center
  • Processes visual information

Where is the cerebellum located?

<p>Below the cerebrum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain processes light and visual information?

<p>Occipital Lobe (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the spinal cord?

<p>Transmits signals between the brain and the body (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the cerebellum?

<p>Coordinating movement and balance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain is known as the 'little brain'?

<p>Cerebellum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure connects the brain to the spinal cord?

<p>Brain stem (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the hypothalamus in the brain?

<p>Regulates thirst and appetite (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gland makes hormones that control growth and metabolism?

<p>Pituitary gland (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the spinal cord?

<p>Receiving sensory messages (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which brain region was likely injured in the man observed stumbling about after the train accident?

<p>Cerebellum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the occipital lobe located in the brain?

<p>In the rear of the brain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main processing center for the entire nervous system, consisting of the brain and spinal cord?

<p>Central Nervous System (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls automatic functions?

<p>Brain Stem (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the brain is responsible for complex thinking, decision making, and reasoning?

<p>Frontal Lobe (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the spine sends nerves to the lower body?

<p>Lumbar-sacral spine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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