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Question 1

Forebrain

Answer 1

The largest part of the brain that plays a key role in cognition behaviour and processing sensory information.
- Hypothalamus
- Thalamus

Question 2

Hypothalamus

Answer 2

Small structure that sits before the thalamus and regulates numerous physiological processes including sleep, hunger etc

Question 3

Thalamus

Answer 3

Double lobed structure located just above brainstem. Acts as a relay station for sensory information.

Question 4

Midbrain

Answer 4

Smallest portion of brainstem and its most cranial structure.
- Reticular formation

Question 5

Reticular formation

Answer 5

Complex network of nuclei located within the length of the brainstem that runs through the centre of the brain stem and upward through the midbrain. Maintains sleep wake cycle and attention.

Question 6

Hindbrain

Answer 6

Coordinates sensory and motor messages entering and leaving. Responsible for balance and coordination.

• Medulla
• Cerebellum

Question 7

Medulla

Answer 7

Lowest part of brainstem, relays info between spinal cord and brain. (Respiration and circulation)

Question 8

Cerebellum

Answer 8

Structure at the lower back of the brain sitting underneath the cerebrum. Responsible for the coordination of smooth well sequenced movements, as well maintaining balance