Brain Anatomy and Function PRACTICE FLASHCARD

Front

What part of the brain is responsible for the sense of smell?

Back

Olfactory bulbs of limbic system

Front

Which lobe of the brain is associated with auditory processing and memory?

Back

Temporal lobe

Front

What does the Medulla Oblongata control?

Back

Blood Pressure

Front

Which lobe of the brain is involved in reasoning, planning, and problem-solving?

Back

Frontal lobe

Front

What part of the brain is crucial for storing information in long-term memory?

Back

Hippocampus

Front

What is the function of the cerebellum?

Back

Coordination of voluntary movements and balance.

Front

What is the role of the hypothalamus?

Back

Regulates body temperature, hunger, thirst, and circadian rhythms.

Front

What is the function of the thalamus?

Back

Acts as a relay station for sensory information.

Front

What is the primary function of the brain stem?

Back

Controls basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.

Front

What is the significance of the amygdala?

Back

Involved in emotion regulation and memory.