Brain

Question 1

Cerebral cortex (Cerebrum) functions

Answer 1

• Language
• Memory
• Consciousness
• Problem solving

Question 2

Cerebellum functions

Answer 2

Controls balance and co-ordinates our movements

Question 3

Medulla

Answer 3

Controls heart rate and breathing

Question 4

Why is it difficult to treat brain damage / brain diseases?

Answer 4

• Brain is protected by the skull
• Brain structures are extremely complex
• Brain is extremely delicate = Easy to damage

Question 5

Three ways that scientists use to investigate the brain

Answer 5

1 : Many scientists look at patients who have suffered from brain damage

2. Can electrically stimulate different parts of the brain and look at the effects on the person’s behaviour
3. MRI scanning