Cerebral Cortex Functions
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What is the primary function of the cerebral cortex?

  • Producing hormones
  • Digesting food and absorbing nutrients
  • Controlling voluntary movement (correct)
  • Regulating heartbeat and breathing

    • Where is the primary somatic sensory area located?

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

    • What is the composition of the cerebral cortex primarily made of?

  • Cerebrospinal fluid
  • Neurons and glial cells (correct)
  • White matter
  • Red blood cells

    • What is the purpose of the folds and wrinkles in the cerebral cortex?

    <p>To allow for more neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of the brain allows us to consciously move our skeletal muscles?

    <p>Primary motor area in the frontal lobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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