Module 1.4c Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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Neurogenesis
A
The formation of new neurons. Near = New | Genesis = genes | New Genes
2
Q
Corpus Callosum
A
The large band of neural fibers connecting the two brains (hemispheres) & carrying messages between them.
3
Q
Split Brain
A
A condition resulting from surgery that separates the brain’s two hemispheres by cutting the fibers (mainly those of the corpus Callosum) connecting them.
4
Q
Left Hemisphere
A
- Literal interpretations
- Controls speech
5
Q
Right Hemisphere
A
- brain waves
- blood flow
- glucose consumption
- Perceptual tasks
- Making inferences
- Modulate Speech
- Orchestrates self-awareness
- (creative interpretations)
