Background
What is a scientist called who studies the brain?
Neuroscientist
What lobe is located at the front of the brain and helps you make decisions?
Frontal
These cells help us transmit information to help us do everyday activities like walk and see. Nickname: "The Messengers"
Neurons
How do blind people read?
Braille
What protects your brain?
Skull
What is the most important organ in the body?
Brain
What lobe is responsible for hearing?
Temporal
These cells provide physical support and nutrients to other cells and dispose of waste. Nickname: "The Supporters"
Astrocytes
What are the 5 senses?
True or False. Your brain never sleeps.
True
What is our brain connected to?
Spinal cord
What lobe is located at the back of the brain and responsible for vision?
Occipital
These cells provide defense against unwanted invaders. Nickname: "The Protectors"
Microglia
How does information from our senses get to our brain?
Neurons
Which side of the brain helps with creativity and imagination?
Right
Our brain and spinal cord are known as the _____ nervous system.
Central
What lobe helps you feel touch and temperature?
Parietal
These cells wrap axons with myelin and protect neurons. Nickname: "The Wrappers"
Oligodendrocytes
What are the different tastes. Must name 4+ to get the points!
Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Which side of the brain usually helps with math?
Left
Our nerves are part of the _____ nervous system.
Peripheral
What part of the brain helps you with balance and coordination? *Hint: it is NOT a lobe*
Cerebellum
How many neurons are in the human brain?
1 billion
Humans have over ____ smell receptors.
40 million
How much does the human brain weigh?
About 3 pounds