The Nervous System (brain) Flashcards
1
Q
how many hemispheres are in the brain?
A
two — left and right
right and left
2
Q
what types of neurones are found in the brain?
A
relay neurones
3
Q
what is the biggest part of the brain?
A
the cerebrum (about 80% of the mass)
4
Q
what is the cerebrum in charge of?
A
it is in charge of all of the learning, memory, speech and consciousness
5
Q
what is the thick white layer of the cerebrum called?
A
the cerebral cortex
6
Q
what is the master gland called?
A
the pituitary gland
7
Q
about the pituitary gland? (5)
A
- the master gland
- controls all of the other glands
- produces the growth hormone
- small gland,, the size of a pea
- made up of two lobes
8
Q
hypothalamus?
A
- located behind your eyes
- the size of a cherry
9
Q
what is the job of the hypothalamus?
A
- to regulate body temperature
- heart and blood pressure
10
Q
pons?
A
- where the spinal chord and the brain meet
- regulates breathing
11
Q
part of the brain responsible for coordination?
A
the cerebellum
12
Q
cerebellum?
A
- responsible for coordination
- called the ‘little brain’
- located behind the brain stem
13
Q
the spinal chord?
A
- column of nerve tissue
- protected by the vertebrae
- 31 pairs of spinal nerves – 12 pairs of cranial nerves
14
Q
medulla oblongata?
A
- lowest part of the brain stem
- controls the pacing of your heart, blood vessels and pressure
- responsible for setting the depth of your breathing
