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This quiz contains 12 questions from a mix of 1 subtopics.
Which two structures make up the central nervous system (CNS)?
Spinal cord
Brain
Pancreas
Sensory nerves
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When we view images of the brain we are generally looking at a cross section of brain.
What is a cross section?
A view into the inside of something made by cutting through it.
The 3D view of the outside of an object
A view after something has been cut into small squares
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Which structure is highlighted in the image above?
Cerebellum
Medulla
Pituitary gland
Cerebral cortex (cerebrum)
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How many hemispheres is the cerebral cortex split into?
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What are the roles of the cerebral cortex?
(Select all that apply)
Interpreting senses like hearing & vision
Consciousness
Regulating heart beat
Memory
Regulating body temperature
Balance
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What is the name of the structure labelled X in the image above?
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What are the roles of the cerebellum?
(Select all that apply)
Intelligence
Regulating temperature
Muscle coordination
Regulating breathing
Balance
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conscious / unconscious / heart / filtration
The medulla is responsible for coordinating activities, such as regulating our breathing rate and rate.
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The is responsible for regulating our body temperature.
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Where in the brain is the medulla found?
In the cerebral cortex
In the brain stem
It is not in the brain
In the cerebellum
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Studying the brain involves matching specific regions of the brain with specific functions.
What are the three main ways that scientists can do this?
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What are the three main reasons treating the brain is so difficult?
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