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What part of the brain is responsible for conscious awareness of touch, pain, and temperature?
What part of the brain is responsible for conscious awareness of touch, pain, and temperature?
- Frontal lobe
- Occipital lobe
- Parietal lobe (correct)
- Temporal lobe
Which sulcus separates the parietal lobe from the occipital lobe?
Which sulcus separates the parietal lobe from the occipital lobe?
- Lateral sulcus
- Parieto-occipital sulcus (correct)
- Central sulcus
- Transverse gyri of Heschl
What is the role of the primary visual cortex?
What is the role of the primary visual cortex?
- Processing auditory information
- Regulating emotions
- Controlling motor functions
- Receiving visual information from the retina (correct)
Which of the following lobes is NOT directly associated with a primary sensory cortex?
Which of the following lobes is NOT directly associated with a primary sensory cortex?
Where are the transverse gyri of Heschl located?
Where are the transverse gyri of Heschl located?
Which of the following structures is NOT involved in the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
Which of the following structures is NOT involved in the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
What is the primary cause of non-communicating obstructive hydrocephalus?
What is the primary cause of non-communicating obstructive hydrocephalus?
Which artery supplies the medial aspect of the frontal lobe?
Which artery supplies the medial aspect of the frontal lobe?
Which of the following structures is NOT supplied by the middle cerebral artery (MCA)?
Which of the following structures is NOT supplied by the middle cerebral artery (MCA)?
What is the primary function of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
What is the primary function of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
Which of these structures is responsible for the production of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
Which of these structures is responsible for the production of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of hydrocephalus?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of hydrocephalus?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of communicating hydrocephalus?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of communicating hydrocephalus?
What is the most superficial layer of the meninges?
What is the most superficial layer of the meninges?
Which of the following structures is responsible for producing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
Which of the following structures is responsible for producing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
What is the function of the arachnoid granulations?
What is the function of the arachnoid granulations?
What is the role of CSF in the ventricular system?
What is the role of CSF in the ventricular system?
Which ventricle is located between the two thalami?
Which ventricle is located between the two thalami?
Which of the following is not a function of the dura mater?
Which of the following is not a function of the dura mater?
What is the space between the arachnoid mater and the pia mater called?
What is the space between the arachnoid mater and the pia mater called?
What is the name of the structure that connects the third ventricle to the fourth ventricle?
What is the name of the structure that connects the third ventricle to the fourth ventricle?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by an accumulation of CSF in the ventricular system?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by an accumulation of CSF in the ventricular system?
What is the name of the space between the dura mater and the skull?
What is the name of the space between the dura mater and the skull?
Which of the following is a potential cause of acquired hydrocephalus?
Which of the following is a potential cause of acquired hydrocephalus?
Which of the following is a clinical sign of hydrocephalus in a child?
Which of the following is a clinical sign of hydrocephalus in a child?
What is the approximate weight of the human brain?
What is the approximate weight of the human brain?
What is the approximate rate of CSF production per day?
What is the approximate rate of CSF production per day?
Where are the lateral ventricles located?
Where are the lateral ventricles located?
What is the name of the opening that connects the lateral ventricles to the third ventricle?
What is the name of the opening that connects the lateral ventricles to the third ventricle?
What are the 3 key anatomical landmarks of the cerebral hemispheres?
What are the 3 key anatomical landmarks of the cerebral hemispheres?
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for processing auditory information?
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for processing auditory information?
Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between the central sulcus and the frontal and parietal lobes?
Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between the central sulcus and the frontal and parietal lobes?
What is the function of the corpus callosum?
What is the function of the corpus callosum?
Which of the following is NOT a sulcus found in the brain?
Which of the following is NOT a sulcus found in the brain?
Which of the following bones does NOT contribute to the cranial cavity?
Which of the following bones does NOT contribute to the cranial cavity?
Which of the following structures is responsible for sensory input processing?
Which of the following structures is responsible for sensory input processing?
What is the main difference between gray matter and white matter?
What is the main difference between gray matter and white matter?
Where does the primary motor cortex output signals?
Where does the primary motor cortex output signals?
What is the significance of the 'homunculus' representation of the body?
What is the significance of the 'homunculus' representation of the body?
Flashcards
Cerebral Hemispheres
Cerebral Hemispheres
The two halves of the brain divided by the longitudinal fissure.
Frontal Lobe
Frontal Lobe
The brain lobe responsible for decision making, problem-solving, and motor function.
Central Sulcus
Central Sulcus
A groove that separates the frontal lobe from the parietal lobe.
Somatosensory Cortex
Somatosensory Cortex
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Ventricular System
Ventricular System
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Parietal Lobe
Parietal Lobe
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Occipital Lobe
Occipital Lobe
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Temporal Lobe
Temporal Lobe
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Primary Visual Cortex
Primary Visual Cortex
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Transverse Gyri of Heschl
Transverse Gyri of Heschl
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Gray Matter
Gray Matter
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White Matter
White Matter
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Motor Homunculus
Motor Homunculus
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Sensory Homunculus
Sensory Homunculus
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Cranial Cavity
Cranial Cavity
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Non-communicating hydrocephalus
Non-communicating hydrocephalus
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Obstructive hydrocephalus
Obstructive hydrocephalus
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Foramina of Luschka and Magendie
Foramina of Luschka and Magendie
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Middle Cerebral Arteries (MCA)
Middle Cerebral Arteries (MCA)
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Anterior Cerebral Arteries (ACA)
Anterior Cerebral Arteries (ACA)
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Posterior Cerebral Arteries (PCA)
Posterior Cerebral Arteries (PCA)
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Frontal lobe supply
Frontal lobe supply
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Parietal lobe supply
Parietal lobe supply
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Anterior Cranial Fossa
Anterior Cranial Fossa
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Middle Cranial Fossa
Middle Cranial Fossa
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Posterior Cranial Fossa
Posterior Cranial Fossa
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Meninges
Meninges
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Dura Mater
Dura Mater
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Arachnoid Mater
Arachnoid Mater
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Pia Mater
Pia Mater
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Subarachnoid Space
Subarachnoid Space
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Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
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Choroid Plexus
Choroid Plexus
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Hydrocephaly
Hydrocephaly
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Interventricular Foramen
Interventricular Foramen
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Cerebral Aqueduct
Cerebral Aqueduct
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Communicating Hydrocephalus
Communicating Hydrocephalus
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Study Notes
CNS Organization I: Brain
- The brain is divided into two cerebral hemispheres, separated by the longitudinal fissure.
- The hemispheres are connected by commissural fibers within the corpus callosum.
- The brain's surface is not smooth, but rather has numerous grooves (sulci) and bumps (gyri).
Learning Objectives
- Identify the 4 lobes of the cerebral hemispheres and 3 key anatomical landmarks: These lobes include frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital. Specific landmarks are not further detailed.
- Identify the location of primary motor, auditory, visual and somatosensory cortices: Locations of these cortices are described on subsequent slides.
- Describe the motor and somatosensory homunculus: These show a distorted representation of the body parts on the motor and somatosensory cortices.
- Describe the meninges: The meninges are three layers of connective tissue protecting the brain: dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater. Detailed descriptions follow.
- Describe the ventricular system, including CSF production, directional flow, and role: The ventricular system is a system of interconnected cavities within the brain, filled with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF is produced by the choroid plexus, flows through the ventricles, and into the subarachnoid space. Its roles include support, protection, and removal of waste materials. Further details follow.
- Identify the main arteries of the CNS and corresponding vascular territories for the brain: Internal carotid arteries and vertebral arteries supply blood to the brain. Specific arteries supplying specific brain regions are detailed.
Brain Lobes
- The brain has four lobes: frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital.
- The central sulcus separates the frontal from the parietal cortex.
- The lateral sulcus (Sylvian fissure) separates the temporal lobe from the parietal and frontal cortices.
- The parieto-occipital sulcus divides the parietal from the occipital lobe (on the medial surface).
Primary Brain Cortices
- Frontal Lobe: Precentral gyrus (primary motor cortex)
- Parietal Lobe: Postcentral gyrus (primary somatosensory cortex)
- Temporal Lobe: Transverse gyri of Heschl (primary auditory cortex)
- Occipital Lobe: Primary visual cortex
Primary Auditory Cortex
- Located on the superior aspect of the temporal lobe, deep within the lateral sulcus, comprised of transverse gyri of Heschl.
Motor Homonculus
- Upside-down body mapping showing the motor output from the primary motor cortex in the frontal lobe to the motor neurons in brain stem and spinal cord.
Sensory Homonculus
- Upside-down body mapping, showing sensory inputs from the periphery to the primary somatosensory cortex in the parietal lobe.
Cranial Cavity
- The cranial cavity is a bony cavity housing the brain, protected by many skull bones (frontal, ethmoid, temporal, parietal, sphenoid, and occipital)
- The cranial cavity has different fossae (depressions) holding different lobes of the brain:
- Anterior cranial fossa: frontal lobe
- Middle cranial fossa: temporal lobe
- Posterior cranial fossa: occipital lobe, cerebellum, and brainstem.
Meninges
- The brain is protected by three meninges:
- Dura mater: Outermost, double-layered membrane; the two layers are generally attached to each other but separate locally to form dural venous sinuses that carry blood away from the brain.
- Arachnoid mater: Middle layer connected to the pia mater by trabeculae forming the subarachnoid space filled with CSF.
- Pia mater: Innermost layer, closely covering the brain's surface.
Ventricular System - CSF
- The ventricles are interconnected spaces within the brain containing clear cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
- Two lateral ventricles
- Third ventricle
- Fourth ventricle
- CSF is produced (approximately 500 ml/day) by choroid plexus in the ventricles.
- CSF flows through the ventricles.
- CSF flows to the subarachnoid space.
- CSF is reabsorbed into venous circulation.
- CSF helps support/cushion the brain, protects, nourishes and removes waste materials.
- Blockage in CSF circulation (e.g., a buildup of CSF) can cause hydrocephalus.
Ventricular System – CSF Flow
- CSF flows from lateral ventricles to third ventricle through interventricular foramen.
- From third ventricle to fourth ventricle via cerebral aqueduct.
- CSF from fourth ventricle to cisterna magna, then into subarachnoid space through openings.
Ventricular System - Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus is a buildup of CSF in the ventricular system, causing ventricles to expand.
- Causes:
- genetic abnormalities,
- infections (i.e., rubella)
- tumors/cysts,
- head injuries
- Symptoms:
- headaches,
- visual impairments,
- nausea/vomiting,
- lethargy,
- enlarged head in infants.
- Types of hydrocephalus:
- Communicating: caused by overproduction or poor absorption of CSF in venous blood.
- Non-communicating: caused by CSF flow interruption.
Blood Supply - Brain
- Blood supply to the brain comes from internal carotid arteries and vertebral arteries.
- Internal Carotid Arteries: supply the anterior cerebral artery (ACA), middle cerebral artery (MCA).
- Vertebral Arteries: supply the posterior cerebral artery (PCA).
- Specific blood vessels supply specific brain regions.
Practice Questions
- Questions for review related to the brain's contents/function are presented but are not included here.
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Test your knowledge on the various structures of the brain and their functions with this neuroanatomy quiz. From the role of the primary visual cortex to the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, explore the intricacies of brain anatomy and its implications. Perfect for students of neuroscience and psychology.
