Chapter 13 (Brain Anatomy) Flashcards
1
Q
Gyri are
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ridges
2
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Sulci are
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depressions between ridges
3
Q
fissures are
A
deep sulci
4
Q
anterior =
A
rostral
5
Q
posterior =
A
caudal
6
Q
Gray matter is
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neuron cell bodies, dendrites, unmyelinated axons
7
Q
Corex is the
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superficial layer of gray matter
8
Q
White matter is
A
myelinated axons
9
Q
There are 4 regions of the brain which are __
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1)Cerebrum (side…2 hemispheres- 5 lobes per)
2) Diencephalon (middle/back)
3)Brainstem
4)Cerebellum (back right)
10
Q
Cranial Meninges (Deep -> Superficial)
A
1)Pia Mater
2) Arachnoid mater
3) Dura Mater (consists of : A) Periosteal layer B) Meningeal layer)
11
Q
Pineal gland makes
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melatonin
12
Q
Thalamus
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receives. signals. from all conscious senses
13
Q
hypothalmus is the
A
liaison for endocrine and nervous system
14
Q
dopamine is for
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emotion and pleasure
15
Q
cardiovascular center
A
controls heart rate
