SB2e: The Brain Keywords

Question 1

Cerebellum

Answer 1

Part of the brain that controls balance, posture and fine muscle movements.

Question 2

Cerebral cortex

Answer 2

The main part of the brain, which is used for most of our senses, language, memory, behaviour and consciousness.

Question 3

Cerebral hemisphere

Answer 3

One half of the cerebral cortex. (The cerebral cortex has two cerebral hemispheres).

Question 4

Medulla oblongata

Answer 4

Part of the brain at the top of the spinal cord. It controls breathing and heart rate.

Question 5

Nerve

Answer 5

Large bundle of neurones (and blood vessels)

Question 6

Neurone

Answer 6

A cell that transmits electrical impulses in the nervous system.