Le brain - functions and regions (9)

Question 1

What four parts of the brain do you need to know?

Answer 1

• cerebrum
• hypothalamus
• medulla oblongata
• the cerebellum

Question 2

What is the function and region of the cerebrum? (gonna have to learn where they are on a diagram elsewhere cause I ain’t upgrading to pro)

Answer 2

• main bit of the brain
• divided into two hemispheres
• involved in vision, thinking, learning and emotions

Question 3

What is the function and region of the hypothalamus?

Answer 3

• found beneath the cerebrum
• involved in thermoregulation
• also controls the pituitary gland

Question 4

What is the function and region of the cerebellum?

Answer 4

• underneath cerebrum

- cooridinates movement and balance

Question 5

What is the function and region of the medulla oblongata?

Answer 5

• top of the spinal cord

- controls the heartbeat and breathing