Functions of Different Parts of the Brain Quiz
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What is the location of the basal nuclei?

  • Deep within the white matter of the cerebrum (correct)
  • In the white matter of the cerebrum
  • In the brain stem
  • In the cerebral cortex

    • Which brain component is associated with functions such as regulation of many homeostatic functions?

  • Cerebral cortex
  • Brain stem
  • Hypothalamus (correct)
  • Basal nuclei

    • Which of the following is NOT a function of the basal nuclei?

  • Coordination of slow, sustained movements
  • Suppression of useless patterns of movements
  • Inhibition of muscle tone
  • Reception and integration of all synaptic input (correct)

    • What is the outer layer of gray matter in the cerebrum called?

    <p>Cerebral cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which brain component is involved in the regulation of muscle reflexes, equilibrium, and posture?

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

    What is the function of the cerebellum?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of astrocytes in the CNS?

    <p>Guiding neurons during development and establishing a blood-brain barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of oligodendrocytes in the CNS?

    <p>Forming myelin sheaths around axons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of microglia in the CNS?

    <p>Releasing destructive chemicals against targets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of CNS cells are glial cells?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of ependymal cells lining the ventricles?

    <p>Helping form cerebrospinal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What protects the CNS from external injury?

    <p>The cranium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lobe receives somesthetic and proprioceptive input from a specific body area?

    <p>Parietal lobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Primary motor cortex in the Frontal lobe?

    <p>Voluntary motor activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure separates the Frontal lobe and the Parietal lobe?

    <p>Central sulcus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the mapping of somatotopic areas in the brain?

    <p>It varies slightly between individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Occipital lobe?

    <p>Initial processing of visual input</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the brain in terms of its structure and function?

    <p>It is influenced by experience and can be remodeled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Brain Regions and Functions

    • Occipital lobe: initial processing of visual input
    • Temporal lobe: integration of all sensory input
    • Parietal lobe: somatosensory processing, receives somesthetic and proprioceptive input from a specific body area
    • Frontal lobe: voluntary motor activity, speaking ability, and elaboration of thought

    Somatosensory Processing

    • Parietal lobe receives most input from the opposite body side
    • Each region of its cortex receives somesthetic and proprioceptive input from a specific body area
    • The mapping of somatotopic areas varies slightly between individuals and is in a dynamic steady state
    • These areas are influenced by use-dependent competition and modified by experience

    Brain Components and Functions

    • Cerebral cortex: highly convoluted, outer layer of gray matter
    • Basal nuclei: located deep within the white matter, involved in various functions
    • Thalamus: relay station for all synaptic input, crude awareness of sensation, some degree of consciousness, and role in motor control
    • Hypothalamus: regulation of many homeostatic functions, such as temperature control, thirst, urine output, and food intake
    • Cerebellum: maintenance of balance, enhancement of muscle tone, and coordination and planning of skilled voluntary muscle activity
    • Brain stem: origin of majority of peripheral cranial nerves, cardiovascular, respiratory, and digestive control centers, and regulation of muscle reflexes involved with equilibrium and posture

    Neurons and Glial Cells

    • Interneuron: found entirely within the CNS, lies between afferent and efferent neurons
    • Glial cells: about 90% of the CNS cells, do not send signals, support interneurons physically, metabolically, and functionally
    • Four main kinds of glial cells: astrocytes, oligodendrocytes, microglia, and ependymal cells
    • Astrocyte functions: holding neurons together, guiding neurons during development, establishing a blood-brain barrier, repairing brain injuries, and playing a role in neurotransmitter activity
    • Oligodendrocyte function: forms myelin sheaths around axons in the CNS
    • Microglia function: immune defense of the CNS, releases destructive chemicals against targets
    • Ependymal cells function: lining the internal cavities of the CNS, helping form cerebrospinal fluid, and serving as neural stem cells

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