The Brain

Question 1

The Hindbrain

Answer 1

Coordinates functions that are key to survival

Parts:
- Medulla
-Pons
- Cerebellum

Question 2

Medulla

Answer 2

Part of the Hindbrain

Controls automatic processes such as breathing, swallowing, heart rate, and sneezing.

If damaged severely you can die

Question 3

Pons

Answer 3

Part of the Hindbrain

Related to sleep and dreaming
- Sleep paralysis is linked to the Pons

Question 4

Cerebellum

Answer 4

Part of the Hindbrain

Involved with balance and coordinated muscle movement

Ex. Alcohol affects the cerebellum which is why police will use the straight-line test.

Question 5

The Midbrain

Answer 5

The midbrain is associated with vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal (alertness), and temperature regulation

-Helps prioritize different senses.

Question 6

The Forebrain

Answer 6

Enables thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills

Parts:
-Thalamus

Question 7

Thalamus

Answer 7

Relays information between motor and sensory

Question 8

Limbic System

Answer 8

the part of the brain involved in our behavioural and emotional responses

Question 9

Hypothalamus

Answer 9

Part of the limbic sysem
Hunger, thirst, regulates temp