7 2 Structure And Function Of The Brain Flashcards Quizlet Part of the brain that coordinates balance, movement, reflexes. (cerebral) cortex. wrinkled outer portion of brain; center for higher order brain functions such as thinking, planning, judgment; processes sensory information and directs movement. convolutions. the folds in the cerebral cortex that increase the surface area of the brain. Functions respiratory, cardiovascular, control reflex centers for vomiting, coughing and sneezing. pons. located on the brainstem. provides inputs to other structures in the brainstem. regulation of motor messages ==> cerebellum. nuclei regulate respiration. cerebellum. balance and posture.
7 2 Structure And Function Of The Brain Flashcards Quizlet Midbrain (function) links parts of the brain that control moron functions and voluntary ear and eye movements. midbrain (location) above the pons; most superior part of the brainstem. cerebellum (function) coordinates body movements, balance and equilibrium. 10% of the total brain weight, but contains 1 2 of the neurons in the entire brain. Learn parts of brain. study parts of brain using smart web & mobile flashcards created by top students, teachers, and professors. prep for a quiz or learn for fun! brainscape certified flashcards. (1). The three main parts of the brain are the cerebrum, cerebellum, and brainstem. 1. cerebrum. location: the cerebellum occupies the upper part of the cranial cavity and is the largest part of the human brain. functions: it’s responsible for higher brain functions, including thought, action, emotion, and interpretation of sensory data. Labeled brain diagram. first up, have a look at the labeled brain structures on the image below. try to memorize the name and location of each structure, then proceed to test yourself with the blank brain diagram provided below. labeled diagram showing the main parts of the brain. blank brain diagram (free download!).
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