Main Parts Of The Brain Flashcards
(11 cards)
What are the 3 main parts of the brain?
- cerebrum - cerebellum - brainstem -
Where is the cerebrum located?
In the upper part of the cranial cavity.
(The largest part of the brain)
What are the functions of the cerebrum?
Thought
Action
Emotion
Interpretation of sensory data
What happens if the cerebrum is damaged?
Memory loss
Impaired cognitive skills
Personality changes
Loss of motor control (depending on the area affected)
Where is the cerebellum located?
At the back of the brain, below the cerebrum.
What are the functions of the cerebellum?
Coordination of voluntary movements
Posture
Balance
Speech
What happens if the cerebellum is damaged?
Problems with balance
Movement issues
Muscle coordination problems (ataxia)
Where is the brainstem located?
It’s the lower extension of the brain, connecting to the spinal cord.
What are the three parts of the brainstem?
Midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata
What are the functions of the brainstem?
Heart rate
Breathing
Sleeping
Eating
What happens if the brainstem is damaged?
Breathing difficulties
Heart problems
Loss of consciousness
Potentially life-threatening conditions
