Module 4 exam pt 2

Question 1

What are the main components of the diencephalon?

Answer 1

Thalamus & hypothalamus

Question 2

What is the function of the Thalamus?

Answer 2

It is the relay station for incoming sensory impulses and directs the impulse to the appropriate area of the cerebral cortex for interpretation

Question 3

What is the function of the hypothalamus?

Answer 3

Is the control center of the body and regulates homeostasis

Question 4

What is the function of the primary motor cortex?

Answer 4

Direct voluntary movements by controlling motor neurons in the brainstem/spinal cord

Question 5

What is the function of the primary somatosensory cortex?

Answer 5

Receive sensory information from receptors for touch, pressure, pain, vibration, or temperature

Question 6

What is the function of the somatosensory association area?

Answer 6

Monitor activity in the primary somatosensory cortex and recognize different sensations

Question 7

What is the function of the auditory association area?

Answer 7

Recognize different sounds and regulate activity in the auditory cortex

Question 8

What is the role of chemoreceptors in homeostasis?

Answer 8

To detect changes in concentrations of specific chemicals or compounds

Question 9

What role do baroreceptors play in homeostasis?

Answer 9

Monitor BP, regulate cardiac function and adjust blood flow, sets pace for respiration, triggers visceral reflexes in digestive and urinary tracts

Question 10

What role does the hypothalamus play in homeostasis?

Answer 10

Interacts with other areas of the brain and links brain activity and autonomic functions