Brain Structure and Function

These flashcards cover key concepts related to brain structure and function, actions, and types of reflexes.

The brain weighs approximately __ grams.

1,400 grams.

The three types of centres in the brain are __, __, and __.

Sensory, Motor, Associative.

The __ is the largest part of the human brain responsible for functions such as thought and action.

Cerebrum or Cortex.

Meningitis is caused by or infections.

Viral or bacterial.

The __ is responsible for regulating homeostasis, emotion, thirst, and hunger.

Hypothalamus.

Involuntary actions like heartbeat and digestion are governed by the __ nervous system.

Autonomic.

__ reflexes are reflex actions that do not involve conscious thought.

Cranial.

The __ reflex involves relay neurons in the spinal cord, such as the knee-jerk response.

Spinal.

Learned reflexes are developed through or .

Practice or repetition.

The __ gland links the central nervous system and the endocrine system.

Pituitary.

The visual centre of the brain is located in the __.

Cerebral cortex.