Parts Of The Brain Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
The cable that takes information out of the brain
A
Spinal cord
2
Q
Bulbous swelling The top of the spinal cord
A
Pons
3
Q
Pointed structure below the thalamus
Homeostatic control
Endocrine functions
Regulates pituitary
Controls hunger, thirst, pleasure
A
Hypothalamus
4
Q
Encases hypothalamus
Seperate hemispheres of the brain
A
Corpus callosum
5
Q
Situated slightly below the pons Controls autonomic NS Action of smooth muscle Heart and breathing rate Blood pressure
A
Medulla oblongata
6
Q
None layer that protects the brains
A
Skull
7
Q
Takes up most space in the skull cavity Conscious thought Imagination Learning, reasoning Can override some reflexes
A
Cerebrum
8
Q
Grape sized swelling at bottom of cerebrum
A
Pituitary gland
9
Q
Small blow at front of skill
A
Frontal sinus
10
Q
Heart shaped structure Coordination of movement Fine control / precision Position and object judging Feedback I for on muscle tension
A
Cerebellum
11
Q
Shark fin shaped structure at the centre of the brain
A
Thalamus
