The brain Flashcards
1
Q
What are the five major parts of the brain?
A
The cerebrum, medulla , cerebellum, hypothalamus and pituitary gland.
2
Q
Why do we not know much about the brain?
A
we would have to dissect a living person’s brain and that is very unethical.
3
Q
What does the cerebrum control?
A
It controls complex behaviour such as learning, memory, personality and conscious thought.
4
Q
What does the cerebellum control?
A
It controls posture, balance and other involuntary movements.
5
Q
What does the medulla control?
A
It control automatic actions such as heart rate and breathing rate.
6
Q
What does the hypothalamus control?
A
It regulates temperature and water balance.
7
Q
What does the pituitary gland control?
A
It stores and releases hormones that regulate many body functions.
