structure and function of the brain Flashcards
What does the hypothalamus control
It controls a number of hormones which include those which prompt sexual development
Where is the hypothalamus located
Between the frontal lobe and the cerebellum
What is the purpose of the cerebral cortex
This is where sensory information is received and actions are sent to the muscles
where is the frontal lobe
this is located at the front of the brain
what are some functions of the cerebral cortex
emotions, speech, language, conscience and memory
which part of the brain can be damaged easily
cerebral cortex
where is the cerebellum located
at the back
what does the cerebellum do
-sends signals to the muscles allowing for accuracy of movement
-it is involved in balance
where is the medulla located
at the base of the brain (with the spinal cord)
what does the medulla control
-swallowing
-heart rate
-breathing
what is the corpus callosum
-the part of the brain which is made from two halves
-the left side of the brain connects with the right side and they are connected by the meninges
