introduction Flashcards
1
Q
what were broadmann area’s initially based on? then what?
A
structural differences, but then they became functional differences
ie. different structure to carry out different functions
2
Q
aristotle
A
thought the brain was a cooling mechanism for the blood
3
Q
galen (cerebellum vs cerebrum)
A
cerebellum: denser for brain - controls muscles
cerebrum: soft - where senses are processed
4
Q
descrates
A
dualism (mind and body are separable)
mind with consciousness, self-awareness, seat of intelligence
5
Q
phrenology
A
different brain areas have localised functions
6
Q
phineas gage
A
left frontal lobe damage
smart, polite -> rude, dumb
7
Q
more neurons or glia?
A
more neuron in cerebellum
more glia in cortex
