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The Human Head

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Which part of the body is considered the control and communications center as well as the 'loading dock' for the body?

The trunk
The neck
The head (correct)
The brain

What is the function of the cranium in the head?

To house the sensory receivers
To protect the brain (correct)
To serve as the 'loading dock'
To control and communicate with the body

Which part of the head contains sensory receivers such as eyes, ears, mouth, and nose?

The trunk
The cranium (correct)
The brain
The neck

What is the function of the neurocranium in the head?

<p>To house the brain and its coverings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many singular bones make up the neurocranium in adults?

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

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What is the head's function?

The control and communications center; the 'loading dock' for the body.

Cranium function

To protect the brain from injury.

Cranium's sensory role

The cranium contains sensory receivers such as eyes, ears, mouth, and nose.

Neurocranium function

To house and protect the brain and its coverings.

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Neurocranium bone count

The neurocranium is made up of eight singular bones in adults.