Basic Function of the Parts of the Brain Flashcards
Table 1
1
Q
reflexive involuntary control of heart, breathing, and blood vessels
A
medulla oblongata
2
Q
timing of subconscious breathing
A
pons
3
Q
subconscious control & coordination of voluntary muscles
A
cerebellum
4
Q
filter & relay visual and auditory stimuli; reflexive eye movement, focus and pupil
A
midbrain
5
Q
control of autonomic nervous system and pituitary gland; involuntary body functions, homeostasis
A
hypothalamus
6
Q
crude perception of sensation & emotions, relay impulses to/from cerebellum
A
thalamus
7
Q
endocrine gland; secretes one hormone melatonin
A
pineal gland
8
Q
endocrine gland; secretes many hormones
A
pituitary gland
9
Q
choice, personality, perception
A
cerebrum
