The Limbic System

Question 1

Includes nuclei and tracts along the border between the cerebrum and diencephalon.

Answer 1

Limbic System

Question 2

Appears to act as an interface among the limbic system, the cerebrum, and various sensory systems.

Answer 2

Amygdala

Question 3

The Superior portion of the limbic lobe.

Answer 3

Cingulate Gyrus

Question 4

Important in learning, especially in the storage and retrieval of long-term memories.

Answer 4

Hippocampus

Question 5

List the primary functions of the limbic system.

Answer 5

The limbic system establishes emotional states; links the conscious, intellectual functions of the cerebral cortex with the unconscious and autonomic functions of the brain stem; and facilitates memory storage and retrieval.

Question 6

Which region of the limbic system is partially important for the storage and retrieval of long-term memories.

Answer 6

The hippocampus

Question 7

What are some functions of the amygdala?

Answer 7

The amygdala plays a role in the regulation of heart rate, in the control of the “fight or flight” response, and in linking emotions with specific memories.