chap 1 - brain anatomy

Question 1

state the 3 major groups in the brain and identify the components of each part

Answer 1

1. brain stem
   - medulla
   - recticular formation
   - pons
2. limbic system
   - amygdala
   - hippocampus
   - hypothalamus
3. cerebral hemisphere
   - cerebrum
   - cerebral cortex
   - corpus callosum

Question 2

what is the function of the medulla?

Answer 2

regulates autonomic body functions (breathing and heart rate)

Question 3

function of brain stem?

Answer 3

sets brain’s general alertness level and warning system

Question 4

function of cerebellum?

Answer 4

regulates coordinated movement