How does the cortex control behavior and metal processes

Question 1

describe the cerebral cortex, locate and describe the function of the four cortical lobes and important area in each lobe

Answer 1

thin surface layer on the cerebral hemisphere that regulates most complex behavior, including receiving sensations, motor control and higher mental processes.

Question 2

describe the four cortical lobes

Answer 2

frontal lobe- motor control, speech production
parietal lobe-PPTT- pressure, pain, touch and temperature
occipital lobe-vision and visual
temporal lobe- hearing , language, memory, and some emotional control.

Question 3

define lateralization and describe the specialized and interdependent functions of the brain;s left and right hemispheres

Answer 3

two brains in one.
a housse divided.
the motor cortex and the somatosensory cortex