components of the brain Flashcards
1
Q
what can areas of the brain be divided up into?
A
into the forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain
2
Q
what does the forebrain consist of?
A
cerebrum, thalamus and hypothalamus
3
Q
what does the hindbrain consist of?
A
cerebellum, pons and medulla
4
Q
what are the brain stem components?
A
midbrain, PONS and medulla
5
Q
what does the midbrain control?
A
it controls higher function than the other regions of the brainstem e.g. it controls eye movement and the auditory system
6
Q
what does the medulla controls?
A
controls very basic life-sustaining functions such as breathing
7
Q
what does the PONS control?
A
controls consciousness and posture
