Can you name the parts of the brain described below?

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  • Enter a part of the brain in the box below
  • Correctly named parts of the brain will show up below
  • Click any empty Function or Name of part to answer for that location
  • Shortenings of the names are accepted because they save time without detracting from the memorising process. GOOD LUCK :)
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FunctionName of partLocation/appearance
Regulation of acceptable behavior. Motivation and planningTop, front and side of each cerebral hemisphere
Control of heart and breathing rates, and blood pressureBelow the pons in the brain stem
Communication between cerebrum and cerebellum. Control of sleep and autonomic functionsBulb on the brain stem, below the midbrain.
Contains centres for control of emotions and involuntary behavior linked to survivalPossible centre of the brain, surrounded by the cerebrum
Protection. Exchange of nutrients and excretions with brain tissueClear fluid in spaces and ventricles in and around the brain
Direction of incoming impulses to the appropriate regions for processingWalnut shape above the brain stem
Visual interpretationLower back of each cerebral hemisphere
Integration of different senses. Spatial awareness and navigationTop, back and side of each cerebral hemisphere
ProtectionTriple membrane between the brain and the skull
FunctionName of partLocation/appearance
General region of intellect, conscious thought, learning and memoryWhat we usually think of as being the brain. Largest part, consisting of two hemispheres.
Communication between the cerebral hemispheresArc-shaped bundle of nerves between the cerebrum and limbic system
Relay of auditory and visual informationTop of the brain stem
Auditory interpretation. Formation of long-term memory. SpeechLower side of each cerebral hemisphere
Endocrine function - secretes hormones for osmoregulation and regulation of other glandsGrape shape hanging down from the hypothalamus
Precise muscle coordination, maintenance of balance and postureLarge block tucked under the back of the cerebrum, with branched interior structure.
Links brain to spinal cord. Contains structures with homeostatic functionsTop of the spinal cord, in front of the cerebellum
Homeostatic control of body temperature. Control of hunger, thirst and tirednessIn front of the thalamus, in the limbic system.
Information processing for higher functions of the cerebrumFolded grey matter outer surface of the cerebrum
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Parts of the Brain (A-level biology) Quiz

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  • Created Apr 24, 2012 in Science
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