Brain

Question 1

Neuroplasticity

Answer 1

the brains ability to change its structure and function of its cells. younger = more plastic

Question 2

Prefrontal Lobotomy

Answer 2

Disconnects prefrontal cortex from rest of the brain to control behavior.

Question 3

Split Brain

Answer 3

When hemispheres cannot communicate with each other. Damaged corpus callosum.

Question 4

Hemispherectomy

Answer 4

Removal of one hemisphere of the brain.

Question 5

Deep Brain Stimulation

Answer 5

Inserting electrons in the brain to stimulate areas of the brain

Question 6

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Answer 6

Use of a magnetic wand that alters how the brain processes

Question 7

Brain Scanning

Answer 7

Scans that provide information about the structure or activity of the brain

Question 8

Electroencephalograph (EEG)

Answer 8

Machine used to record brain wave patterns produced by electrical activity on the surface of the brain

Question 9

Computer Tomography CT/CAT scan

Answer 9

2D x-ray. Can see muscle or bone disorder, blood clots, and can examine bones or soft tissue.

Question 10

Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI

Answer 10

Uses radio waves and magnetic fields to produce 3D images of the brain in detail

Question 11

Functional MRI/fMRI

Answer 11

Visualizes blood flow and oxygen metabolism to infer brain activity.

Question 12

Positron Emission Tomography, PET scan

Answer 12

Radioactive Sugar injection that shows where the glucose goes in the brain.