Brain (optional, haven't decided if it will be used)

What are the three main structures of the brain?

Cerebral hemispheres, cerebellum, and brainstem.

What are the four lobes of the cerebral hemispheres?

Frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes.

What is the main function of the frontal lobe?

Executive function, problem-solving, planning, and emotional control.

What does the parietal lobe process?

Physical sensations like touch, temperature, and pain.

What is the function of the temporal lobe?

Processes auditory information, visual recognition (e.g., faces), and forms memories with the hippocampus.

What is the occipital lobe responsible for?

Primary area for visual processing.

What does the cerebellum do?

Coordinates voluntary movement, balance, and smooth motor activity.

Why might vision be affected by cerebellar damage?

The cerebellum coordinates eye muscle movements; if disrupted, it causes double vision due to poor eye coordination.

What is the function of the thalamus?

Regulates consciousness and relays sensory signals to the cerebral cortex.

What is the role of the hypothalamus?

Links the nervous system to the endocrine system and maintains homeostasis through hormone signaling.

What are the three parts of the brainstem?

Pons, midbrain, and medulla oblongata.

What are the functions of the pons?

Relays touch info, controls facial and eye movements, salivation, and taste.

What is the function of the midbrain?

Acts as a relay between the pons and spinal cord.

What does the medulla oblongata control?

Autonomic functions (breathing, heart rate) and reflexes (swallowing, coughing, vomiting).

What is the Reticular Activating System (RAS) responsible for?

Controls consciousness, alertness, and attention.