Brain Flashcards
What is the function of the Cerebellum?
It coordinates movement, smooths them and makes them more accurate
The Cerebellum consists of the
Left and right hemispheres
The cerebellum is in need of information like
- Which muscles need to contract
- Intensity and duration of muscle contraction
The cerebellum receives
Position sense information
The cerebellum sends feedback to
Motor areas
What is the function of the brainstem?
It connects the nervous system together + most of the cranial nerves
The brainstem consists of
- Midbrain
- Pons
- Medulla
What are the Gyri of the Cerebral Cortex?
Ridges
The grooves found around Gyri are called
Sulci
Fissures are
Large grooves of the cerebral cortex
Motor information involves the
Frontal lobe
All neurotransmitters are projected into the
Cerebral cortex
What are inhibitory neurotransmitters?
- GABA
- Glycine
What is Glutamine?
Excitatory neurotransmitter
Histmaine is released from the
Hypothalamus