Brain Structure and Function

What is the largest and most advanced brain structure?

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• brain stem

• thalamus

Name the structure

• brain stem

• thalamus

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

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Name of the structure (the labeled parts)

• thalamus

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• brain stem

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Which structure coordinates skeletal muscles for complex actions.

• brain stem

• hypothalamus

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

Which structure is the link between the brain and the endocrine system (hormone production)

• brain stem

• hypothalamus

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

Which part of the brain controls heart rate, regulates blood pressures, and is involved in breathing, swallowing, and vomiting?

• Medulla

• Thalamus

• Midbrain

• Cerebellum

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Which brain area is known as the "Little brain" and is in charge of balance and coordinating movements:

• Thalamus

• Brainstem

• Hypothalamus

• Cerebellum

Which of the following vital body functions are monitored and controlled by the Brain Stem?

(Multiple Items)

• heartbeat

• digestion

• smelling

• respiration

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