Mt Ch7 roots for brain

Question 1

What does the root ‘encephal/o’ mean?

Answer 1

brain

This root refers to the entire brain.

Question 2

What does the root ‘cerebr/o’ represent?

Answer 2

cerebrum (loosely, brain)

The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain.

Question 3

What is indicated by the root ‘cortic/o’?

Answer 3

cerebral cortex, outer portion

This refers to the outer layer of the cerebrum.

Question 4

What does ‘cerebell/o’ refer to?

Answer 4

cerebellum

The cerebellum is responsible for coordination and balance.

Question 5

What does the root ‘thalam/o’ mean?

Answer 5

thalamus

The thalamus acts as a relay station for sensory information.

Question 6

What is the meaning of ‘ventricul/o’?

Answer 6

cavity, ventricle

This term is used in the context of brain cavities or chambers.

Question 7

What does the root ‘medull/o’ signify?

Answer 7

medulla oblongata (also spinal cord)

The medulla oblongata controls vital functions such as breathing.

Question 8

What does ‘psych/o’ refer to?

Answer 8

mind

This root is often used in terms related to mental processes.

Question 9

What does the root ‘narc/o’ indicate?

Answer 9

stupor, unconsciousness

This root is related to states of reduced consciousness.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The root ‘somn/o, somn/i’ refers to _______.

Answer 10

sleep

This root is used in terms associated with sleep disorders.