Brain Stem
What part of the brain is above the pons?
a) midbrain
b) cerebrum
c) cortex
d) amygdala
a) midbrain
True or False: the Brain receives the oxygen and food it needs to function by a network of arteries that carries blood to every part of the brain
True
What should you wear when you ride a bike to protect your head?
Helmet
Where is the amygdala located in your brain?
a) top
b) near the brain stem
c) deep within the center
d) near your forehead
c) deep within the center of the brain
What is the topmost part of your brain?
a) midbrain
b) cerebrum
c) cortex
d) amygdala
b) cerebrum
Yes or no: your brain has 5 lobes
Yes
What should you wear on your head when you get sweaty a lot?
Headband
True or False: the cerebrum is the smallest part of your brain
False
What part of the brain is above the medulla?
a) midbrain
b) amygdala
c) cortex
d) pons
d) pons
How many nerve cells does your brain need to function?
Billions!
How many membranes are in between your skull and brain to protect it?
3 membranes
What is the part of your brain that is behind your forehead?
Prefrontal Cortex
What does the brain stem do?
it controls your heart rate and breathing
What does your cerebellum do?
a) breathing
b) imagination
c) heart rate
d) helps coordinate your muscles
d) helps coordinate your muscles
How many biking related head injuries occur in the United States every year?
80,000
Where is the Hippocampus located in your brain?
Center of your brain
True or false: the Diencephalon contains two major structures which are the thalamus and amygdala
false: it contains the thalamus and hypothalamus
What does your hippocampus do?
helps you store and find memories
Eating foods high in omega 3 fatty acids are good for your brain. Name one food that falls under this category:
Tiny brain cells that make electronic signals