Brain Structure and Function Flashcards

Flashcards reviewing the key areas and functions of the brain.

Cerebral Cortex

Involved in auditory information processing and memory formation.

lobes of the brain

Frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital.

Frontal Lobe Function

Cognitive thinking, reasoning, emotional regulation.

Parietal Lobe Function

Sensory information and spatial awareness.

Temporal Lobe Function

Auditory information processing and memory.

Occipital Lobe Function

Visual processing and interpreting information from the eyes.

Corpus Callosum

Connects the left and right hemispheres, facilitating communication and coordination.

Contralateral Control

One hemisphere of the brain controls the opposite side of the body, influencing motor and sensory functions.

Auditory Cortex

Registers and processes sound information.

Primary Motor Cortex

Controls voluntary movement.

Wernicke's Area

Speech comprehension (understanding).

Primary Visual Cortex

Processes shape, color, distance, and speed.

Primary Sensory Cortex

Registers and processes information from sensory receptors (contralateral control).

Prefrontal Cortex

Executive functioning, memory, attention, and emotion regulation.

Broca's Area

Speech production.

Forebrain Role

Complex behaviors, emotions, and cognitive processes.

Hypothalamus

Maintains homeostasis, regulates body temperature, hunger, thirst, sleep, and growth.

Thalamus

Relays sensory and motor information to the cerebral cortex.

Midbrain Role

Auditory and visual responses, along with motor control.

Reticular Formation

Autonomic functions like consciousness.