the brain Flashcards
how much of the body O2 supply does the brain need
20%
what substance apart from oxygen does the brain need constantly
glucose
what protects the brain
blood brain barrier
which part of the brain is continuous with the spinal cord
brain stem
what is the medulla made up of
white matter extending between spinal cord and other parts of the brain
what does the medulla contain
3 vital reflex centers, cardiovascular centre, medullary rhythimcity area, vasomotor
what does the pons connect
spinal cord with brain
what does the midbrain connect
pons to diencephalon
what does the midbrain do
conveys motor impulses from cerebrum to cerebellum and spinal cord
what does the pineal gland secrete
melatonin
what is the cerebrum covered with
grey matter cortex
what does the cerebellum do
receives a wide range of sensory input
co-ordinates skeletal muscles
