3.2 Flashcards
Cerebral cortex is
Centre of conscious thought. It can recall memories and base decisions on these memories and experience.
What is localisation cerebral cortex
Cerebral cortex contains sensory and motor areas. Sensory areas receive and process sensory info, motor areas generate movement impulses.
What other areas does cerebral cortex have association areas for
Language processing
Personality
Imagination
Intelligence
Localisation
Term for the specific areas of the brain having specific roles
The left cortex controls..
Right side of body
The right cortex controls..
The left side of body
The left hemisphere collects info from..
Right eye
The right hemisphere collects info from..
Left eye
Corpus callosum
A band of fibres which connects both sides and allows info to be exchanged between hemispheres.
What hemisphere is centre for speech
Left hemisphere
