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Part of the neuron that contains the nucleus
Cell body
The largest and most complex part of the brain; also known as the "thinking part" of the brain.
Cerebrum
Known as the "master gland" because it is responsible for all hormone production and secretion.
Pituitary gland
Bundle of nerve fibers in center of the brain that allows the right and left hemispheres to communicate with one another.
Corpus Callosum
This lobe is responsible for hearing/auditory processing
Temporal
Part of the brain that coordinates movement of skeletal muscles and maintains the body's posture and balance.
Cerebellum
Part of the neuron that carries messages away from the cell body
Axon
Gland that regulates body temperature, appetite, sleep, and thirst.
Hypothalamus
Part of the neuron that receives information and transmits impulses toward the cell body.
Dendrites
Part of the brain that controls all involuntary functions necessary to sustain life; also connects the brain to the spinal cord
Brain stem
This lobe is responsible for all sensory information, such as heat, col, pain, etc.
Parietal lobe
Surround the brain and spinal cord and its function is to protect and cushion these structures from injury
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
Identify two functions of the Nervous System
Communication between brain and body; Coordinates all activities; Storage of information
Identify two reasons why the REM stage of sleep is the most important
Neurons, cells, tissues, organs are replenished; Information is put into memory; Growth hormone released; Immune system strengthened
Why do teens require more sleep than adults?
Teen brains are still developing and more learning & neuron pathways are occurring
This lobe is responsible for visual processing.
Occipital Lobe
