Limbic System Flashcards
Where are the basal ganglia located and what is their primary function?
The basal ganglia are located beneath the cerebral cortex and play a critical role in movement control.
What structures make up the basal ganglia?
The basal ganglia are composed of the caudate nucleus, putamen, and globus pallidus.
What is the role of the limbic system?
The limbic system is involved in emotion and learning, with multiple interconnected structures.
What functions are associated with the amygdala?
The amygdala is involved in emotional regulation, odor perception, and aspects of memory.
What are the functions of the hippocampus and fornix?
The hippocampus and fornix are critical for learning and memory.
What is the role of the cingulate gyrus?
The cingulate gyrus, located atop the corpus callosum, is involved in cognitive functions such as directing attention.
What does the olfactory bulb process?
The olfactory bulb processes the sense of smell.
What is the function of the hypothalamus?
The hypothalamus governs motivated behaviors (e.g., sex, aggression) and regulates hormonal systems of the body.
What is the function of the thalamus?
The thalamus acts as the brain’s traffic router, directing sensory information to appropriate cortical regions and managing sensory data flow.
What role does the hypothalamus have in regulating body functions?
The hypothalamus controls vital functions like hunger, thirst, temperature regulation, sex, and others, and also regulates the pituitary gland.
