The Brain Flashcards
What is the function of the brain?
processes all information collected by receptor cells about changes in internal and external envirnment
Why is having a central control centre like the brain beneficial?
neuronal communication is much faster
Why is having a central control centre like the brain beneficial?
neuronal communication is much faster
Approximately how many neurons does the adult brain have?
86 billion neurons
What protects the brain?
the skull and various protective membranes
What does the cerebrum in the brain do?
controls complex behaviour: learning, memory, personality and conscious thought
What does the cerebellum in the brain do?
controls posture, balance, and involuntary movements
What does the medulla in the brain do?
controls automatic functions such as heart rate and breathing
What does the hypothalamus in the brain do?
regulatory body which regulates temperature and water balance
What does the pituitary gland in the brain do?
stores and releases hormones that regulate many body functions
