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14 Cards in this Set
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What are the two major subdivisions of the nervous system?
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Peripheral and Central |
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What is another name for a "nerve cell"?
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Neuron |
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What two structures make up the central nervous system?
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Brain/spinal cord |
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Where is the cerebral cortex located?
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The outer layer of the brain |
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What is a groove in the cortex called?
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Sulcus |
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What is a bump in the cortex called?
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Gyrus |
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What is one area of the brain that is responsible for memory and learning?
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Hippocampus |
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What are the four major lobes of the brain?
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Frontal lobe/parietal lobe/temporal lobe/occipital lobe |
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Name two functions that are dominant on the left brain side of the brain.
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Language and Math |
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Name two functions that are dominant on the right brain side of the brain.
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Spatial ability/ visual imagery |
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What structure connects the right and left cerebral hemispheres?
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corpus collosum |
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What is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)? |
A fluid that flow around the brains surface or ventricles. |
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What is the function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
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Protection, Balance |
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What instrument is used to measure brain activity?
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EEG or Electroencephalogram |
