Evolution of the Brain: Study and Understanding

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Which of the following is NOT a reason for studying the brain?

  • To understand and treat brain diseases and disorders
  • To enhance the complexity of the brain (correct)
  • To understand what it is to be human
  • Biological understanding

Who among the following is NOT mentioned as a professional involved in studying the brain?

  • Biomedical Engineers
  • Geneticist
  • Chemists (correct)
  • Neurosurgeons

What type of diagnostics involves evaluating blood lab values, hormone levels, and evoked potentials?

  • Medical Diagnostics (correct)
  • Psychological Diagnostics
  • Neuroimaging Diagnostics
  • Clinical Researcher Diagnostics

Which professional is NOT involved in neuroimaging of the brain according to the text?

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

What did Aristotle believe was the 'seat' of thoughts and feelings?

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

During which period did Hippocrates believe that the brain cooled the blood?

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

What was the main purpose of Hippocratic oath?

<p>To guide conduct of physicians (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area of Einstein's brain had more glial cells compared to an average brain?

<p>Left inferior parietal area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the average weight of the human brain?

<p>3 lbs (1.36 kg) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which different living organisms are thought to have developed from earlier forms?

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

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