Understanding the Brain: Cerebrum, Hippocampus & More

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Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for transferring information from short-term to long-term memory?

  • Cerebrum
  • Cerebellum
  • Brain Stem
  • Hippocampus (correct)

The left hemisphere of the cerebrum is primarily responsible for imagination and creativity.

False (B)

The ______ is responsible for maintaining body temperature.

hypothalamus

What is the primary function of the brain stem?

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Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating muscle movement and balance?

<p>Cerebellum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the brain part with its function:

<p>Cerebrum = Thinking and processing information Cerebellum = Movement and coordination Brain Stem = Controls basic life functions Hypothalamus = Regulates body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the hippocampus in relation to memory?

<p>Moves short term memories into long term memories</p> Signup and view all the answers

The cerebrum is smaller than the cerebellum.

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Which of the following is a function controlled by the brain stem?

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

The ______ connects the brain to the spinal cord.

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Flashcards

Cerebrum

The thinking part of the brain, responsible for activities like homework and computer games. Divided into left (logic, math, speech) and right (imagination, art) hemispheres.

Hippocampus

The part of the brain that helps move short-term memories into long-term memory.

Brain Stem

Connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls essential functions like breathing, digestion, and circulation.

Hypothalamus

Regulates body temperature, sending signals to sweat when hot and shiver when cold, maintaining a stable internal environment.

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Cerebellum

Controls movement, coordination, and helps you stand, walk, and run.

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Study Notes

  • The brain is the body's control center.

Cerebrum

  • The cerebrum is the thinking part of the brain.
  • It assists in activities like homework or playing computer games.
  • It's the largest part of the brain, divided into left and right hemispheres.
  • The left brain is responsible for math, logic, and speech.
  • The right brain handles imagination, creativity, music, art, colors, and shapes.

Hippocampus

  • The hippocampus is responsible for memory.
  • It converts short-term memories, like what you ate for breakfast, into long-term memories, like your fifth birthday.

Brain Stem

  • The brain stem connects the brain to the spinal cord.
  • It manages essential functions such as breathing, digestion, and blood circulation.
  • It controls muscles that operate without conscious thought.

Hypothalamus

  • The hypothalamus regulates body temperature, aiming for approximately 37 degrees Celsius.
  • It sends signals to induce sweating when hot and shivering when cold.

Cerebellum

  • The cerebellum manages movement and coordination.
  • It helps with standing, walking, and running.
  • It is much smaller than the cerebrum.
  • Without it, movement is impossible.

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