Division Of Brain

Question 1

What are the 4 structural divisions that the brain is composed ot

Answer 1

Cerebrum, diencephalon, cerebellum, and brainstem

Question 2

What is the function of the cerebrum

Answer 2

-performs higher mental functions like interpreting touch, vision and hearing, speech, reasoning, learning, emotions, and fine control of movement

Question 3

What is the function of diencephalon

Answer 3

Processes, integrates, and relays information

Maintains homeostasis

Regulates biological rhythms

Question 4

What is the function of the cerebellum

Answer 4

Monitors and coordinates movement

Question 5

What is the function of the brainstem

Answer 5

Maintains homeostasis

Controls certain reflexes

Monitors movement

Integrates and relays information

Question 6

Describe the cerebrum

Answer 6

Largest part of brain

Has left and right hemispheres

Question 7

What are the cerebral hemispheres separated by

Answer 7

By the longitudinal fissure