Brain structure
what are the 3 main parts of the brain?
the cerebrum,cerebellum, and brain stem
What is the largest part of the brain?
the cerebrum
Into how many lobes is the brain divided into?
4 lobes
Is the brain stem the oldest part of the brain?
true or false
True
Is it located in the middle of the brain?
True or False?
False
is located in the back of the brain
what is the cerebrums function?
The cerebrum handles higher functions
Into how many hemispheres is the cerebrum divided into?
It is divided into 2 parts
Name the 4 lobes of the brain?
frontal lobe, the parietal lobe, and the occipital lobe and the temporal lobe
Where does the brain stem connect to?
it connects to the spinal cord
what is the cerebellum made of?
It is made up of white matter
what is the cerebellum function?
the cerebellum coordinates movement and balance
Give 2 examples of what it controls?
voluntary actions, reasoning, problem solving, and emotions
what does the frontal lobe do?
is responsible for decision-making, problem-solving, and motor control.
Give 2 functions that it does?
breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure,
.
The cerebellum is the largest part of the ?
Hindbrain
what is the function of the brain stem?
and the brainstem controls basic life-sustaining functions.
what does the parietal lobe do?
handles sensory processing and spatial awareness.
What are the 3 parts of the brain stem?
The midbrain, pons and medulla
Damage to the cerebellum does not cause disorders of
paralysis
What does the occipital lobe do?
processes visual information.