Mini Quiz 1 Flashcards
(16 cards)
What is the Limbic System known as?
Emotion Control Central
Nickname: “The Drama Department”
What emotions does the Limbic System control?
Rage, Fear, Sadness, Sexual desire
Think of it like a wild rollercoaster ride inside your brain.
What is the mnemonic for the Limbic System?
LIMBIC = Livid, In love, Mad, Brokenhearted, Intense, Crying
What is the Thalamus known as?
Sensory Switchboard
Nickname: “Grand Central Station” of your brain
What does the Thalamus do?
Routes sensory messages like hearing, sight, touch to the right part of the brain
It’s not the processor, but the traffic controller.
What is the mnemonic for the Thalamus?
Thalamus tells it where to go!
What is the Hypothalamus known as?
Homeostasis Hub
Nickname: “The AC, Thermostat, and Cafeteria Manager”
What does the Hypothalamus regulate?
Body temperature, sleep-wake cycles, hunger, thirst, hormones
It’s constantly adjusting the thermostat and monitoring fuel and energy levels.
What is the mnemonic for the Hypothalamus?
Hypo = Homeo (balance)
What is the Frontal Lobe known as?
The CEO of the Brain
Nickname: “The Boss’s Office”
What functions does the Frontal Lobe manage?
Plans your day, helps with speech, manages decision-making, controls impulses
If injured, you might act impulsively, have poor judgment, or lose motivation.
What is the mnemonic for the Frontal Lobe?
Frontal = Focus, Filter, Function, Future goals
What part of the brain helps you feel emotions?
Limbic System
Which part routes sensory info to where it belongs?
Thalamus
Who keeps your sleep, hormones, and hunger in balance?
Hypothalamus
Who’s the brain’s boss making plans and decisions?
Frontal Lobe
