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What is the primary function of the cerebrum?
What is the primary function of the cerebrum?
- Regulating body temperature and hunger
- Connecting the brain to the spinal cord
- Controlling movement and balance
- Processing information from touch, sight, and hearing (correct)
Which structure is primarily responsible for regulating body temperature and hunger?
Which structure is primarily responsible for regulating body temperature and hunger?
- Pituitary gland
- Amygdala
- Hypothalamus (correct)
- Cerebellum
Which part of the brain is responsible for memory?
Which part of the brain is responsible for memory?
- Cerebrum
- Cerebellum
- Hippocampus (correct)
- Brain Stem
What role does the amygdala play in the brain?
What role does the amygdala play in the brain?
How much does the average human brain weigh?
How much does the average human brain weigh?
Flashcards
Cerebrum
Cerebrum
The largest part of the brain responsible for processing sensory information, language, learning, and emotions.
Cerebellum
Cerebellum
Located at the back of the brain, it controls movement, balance, and coordination.
Brain Stem
Brain Stem
The base of the brain that connects it to the spinal cord, controlling basic life functions like breathing, heart rate, and sleep.
Study Notes
The Human Brain & Nervous System
- The human brain is the central organ of the human nervous system, controlling most bodily functions.
- It weighs approximately 1.4 kilograms and is divided into two hemispheres.
- The brain consists of three main parts: the cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem.
The Cerebrum
- The largest part of the brain, responsible for processing information from touch, sight, and hearing.
- It is also the center for speech, learning, and emotions.
The Cerebellum
- Located at the back of the brain, it controls movement and balance.
The Brain Stem
- Connects the brain to the spinal cord, forming the central nervous system.
Structures Underneath the Cerebral Cortex
- Hypothalamus: A small structure that regulates body temperature, blood pressure, hormones, and controls hunger and thirst.
- Pituitary gland: Connected to the hypothalamus, it secretes hormones and links the nervous and endocrine systems.
- Amygdala: Found in both hemispheres of the brain, responsible for emotions.
- Hippocampus: Deals with memory.
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