Regions of the Brain
Which brain region manages balance and coordination?
The cerebellum
How does the brain generate emotions?
Scientists still cannot fully explain the fundamental biological nature of love, hate, or fear.
What is the control center (cell body) of a neuron called?
Soma
How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
The Olympics are held every how many years?
4 years
How many lobes are in the cerebral cortex?
4: Frontal, Parietal, Temporal, Occipital
Which brain structure is most associated with forming new memories?
The hippocampus.
Which part of the neuron sends messages to other cells?
Axon
What is the longest and strongest bone in the human body?
Femur
How many dimples does an average golf ball have?
300-500
What area controls heart rate?
Part of the brain stem
How long does short-term memory typically last?
About 15 to 30 seconds.
What part of the neuron receives messages?
Dendrites
How many bones are babies born with approximately?
About 300
Which boxer was the first to defeat Muhammad Ali?
Joe Frazier
What happens if the frontal lobe is damaged?
Poor decision making
What is it called when you feel like you've experienced a new situation before?
Déjà vu
While the cerebral cortex gets most attention, which brain structure actually contains a higher total density of neurons in the cortex?
Cerebellum
How many phalanges are in the human body?
56
A sporting event is held every year on Memorial Day. What is it?
Indianapolis 500.
Which part of the brain acts as a "bridge" for communication?
Corpus Callosum connects the 2 hemispheres and the thalamus acts as a sensory relay station
We know they connect in massive networks, but the specific code they use to store memories is not fully understood.
How long can a human neuron's axon be, stretching from the lumbar spinal cord to the foot?
1 meter or more
Which bone in the human body is not connected to any other bone?
How many medals did China win at the Beijing Olympics?
100