The structure of the human brain

Question 1

Hemispheres

Answer 1

The brain is split into two halves (left and right) known as hemispheres

Question 2

The upper part of the brain

Answer 2

The upper part of the brain is called the cerebellum, and this has an outer cortex

Question 3

How does the brain communicate with the rest of the body

Answer 3

The brain communicates to the rest of the body through the spinal cord. Information passes between the brain and the spinal cord through the brainstem which also controls reflexes

Question 4

The frontal lobe

Answer 4

Important role in decision making and impulse control. Can also help control problem solving skills.

Question 5

The temporal lobe

Answer 5

Helps us with hearing and understanding sounds and speech

Question 6

The parietal lobe

Answer 6

Has a big part to play in understanding the world around us(perception), for example it gives us the ability to recognise faces

Question 7

The occipital lobe

Answer 7

Mainly deals with our ability to see. It helps us process visual information from our eyes

Question 8

The cerebellum

Answer 8

Plays a vital role in our motor movements/muscle activity