brain Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 5 different parts of the brain?
A
cerebral cortex
cerebellum
medulla
spinal cord
pituitary gland
2
Q
what function does the cerebral cortex have?
A
language, memory, thinking and consciousness
3
Q
what function does the cerebellum have?
A
controls our balance and our movement
4
Q
what function does the medulla have?
A
heart rate and breathing rate
5
Q
what function does the pituitary gland have?
A
The pituitary gland, often referred to as the “master gland,” plays a crucial role in the endocrine system, which is responsible for regulating various physiological processes in the body.
6
Q
what function does the spinal cord have?
A
stabilizes the skull and is a part of the CNS
