the cerebral cortex

Question 1

state the function of the cerebral cortex

Answer 1

The cerebral cortex is the centre of conscious thought. It also recalls memories and alters behaviour in the light of experience

Question 2

Explain the localisation of brain functions in the cerebral cortex

Answer 2

There is localisation of brain functions in the cerebral cortex. It contains sensory areas (which receive nervous impulses, which carry information about the environment, from sense organs), motor areas (send nervous impulses to the muscles and glands to bring about responses) and association areas (that link up with parts of the cortex that are involved in language and in the processing of information). Association areas are important in personality, imagination and intelligence.

Question 3

Describe how the left and right cerebral hemispheres process information

Answer 3

The left cerebral hemisphere deals with information from the right visual field and controls the right-hand side of the body.
The right cerebral hemisphere deals with information from the left visual field and controls the left-hand side of the body.

Question 4

State the function of the corpus callosum

Answer 4

The corpus callosum connects the two hemispheres together, allowing information to be transported between them