Because of our large and complex___________, humans can solve math problems, construct skyscrapers and play musical instruments.
What is the cerebrum
100
Dr. Tsien altered the memory genes of some mice.
What is the reason Doogie was born with a better memory than some mice?
100
This word means necessary
What is essential?
200
Because the brain does not have pain receptors doctors can__________
What is the reason doctors can perform some types of brain surgeries while the patient is awake?
200
To help people with __________and ___________, doctors do experiments on mice like Doogie.
What are some reasons doctors do experiments on mice like Doogie?
200
This word means extremely important
What is vital?
300
Because each half of the brain controls the opposite side of the body, Kacie's left brain problems affected_________
What is the right side of her body
300
Kacie suffered from severe seizures and she decided to____________.
What is the reason Kacie decided to go through with a dangerous operation on her brain?
300
This word means the opposite of general
What is specific?
400
Mice brains and human brains have a similar structure
What is the reason why scientists study the brains of mice
400
After the operation Kacie's speech skills were diminished; therefore, she would need_________________.
What is the reason for Kacie needing months of speech therapy?
400
Synonyms of this word are: complicated, difficult
What is complex
500
The functions of this part of the brain allow you to throw a ball strait, sit up, or walk across a room
What is the cerebellum?
500
The ___________ controls vital, involuntary actions such as your heartbeat breathing and swallowing therefore it is the most important part of the brain.
What is the reason the brain stem is the most important part of the brain?