Chapter 2

Question 1

the superior parietal lobe is important in ______

Answer 1

attention

Question 2

the inferior frontal lobe functions to ________

Answer 2

produce speech

Question 3

what does functional localization mean and what are some examples

Answer 3

in the context of neuroscience refers to the principle that specific cognitive and sensory functions are mapped to particular regions of the brain. This concept posits that different areas of the brain are specialized for distinct functions, such as language, memory, or motor control. The theory is rooted in the idea that while the brain operates as an integrated whole, certain tasks or processes are primarily handled by localized brain regions.

1. broca’s area
2. wenicke’s area
3. primary motor cortex
4. primary visual cortex

Question 4

Neurons of the ventral horn subserve ______

Answer 4

limb and trunk movements

Question 5

the rostral spinal cord merges with ____

Answer 5

the brain stem

Question 6

on the dorsal brain stem surface there are four landmarks

Answer 6

1. dorsal columns
2. dorsal column tubercles
3. fourth ventricle
4. colliculi (super and infer)

Question 7

on the ventral surface of the brain stem there are four landmarks that can be seen

and all four are key components of the _____

Answer 7

1. pyramids
2. olives
3. base of pons
4. basis pedunculi

components of the motor system