Neuroscience Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
What does the peripheral nervous system contain?
A
Nerves throughout the body
2
Q
Cerebrum
A
Cerebral hemispheres
Forebrain
At the top
3
Q
Cerebellum
A
Hind brain
Control of body posture, moment to maintain balance
4
Q
Brainstem
A
Autonomic nervous system
Control of heart rate, respiration, body temp
5
Q
What are the two hemispheres divided by?
A
Longitudinal fissure or
Inter-hemispheric fissure
6
Q
Top
A
Superior/ dorsal
7
Q
Bottom
A
Inferior/ ventral
8
Q
Back/ behind
A
Posterior / caudal
9
Q
Front
A
Anterior / rostral
10
Q
Middle and away from middle
A
Medial and lateral
11
Q
What does the CNS contain?
A
Brain and spinal cord