Rest of the brain

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What percentage of the brain is made of fat?
60%
What is the remaining percentage of the brain made of?
Water, protein, carbohydrates, and salts
What types of cells are contained in the brain?
Neurons and glial cells
What are the main functions of the hindbrain?
Breathing and heartbeat regulation
What is the upper and outermost part of the brain responsible for?
Thinking and memory
What are the gross anatomy components of the brain?
Cerebrum
Brainstem
Cerebellum
How do the left and right hemispheres of the brain process information differently?
The left hemisphere breaks down information into simple parts, while the right hemisphere processes it in a holistic way
What is the cerebrum primarily made of?
Grey matter on the outside and white matter at the center
What are some functions of the cerebrum?
Speech, thinking, reasoning, emotions, learning, vision, hearing, and touch
What connects the cerebrum to the spinal cord?
The brainstem
What are the components of the brainstem?
Midbrain
Pons
Medulla
What happens if the brainstem is damaged?
It can lead to permanent coma
What is the function of the midbrain? 
It processes functions like hearing, movement, and reflex responses
What is the substantia nigra known for?
It is rich in dopamine neurons
What role does the pons play in the brain?
It is the origin of 4 of the 12 cranial nerves and enables functions like tear production and chewing
Where is the medulla located?
At the bottom of the brainstem where the brain meets the spinal cord
What are some functions regulated by the medulla?
Heart rhythm, breathing, blood flow, and reflexive activities like sneezing and vomiting
What extends from the bottom of the medulla?
The spinal cord
Where is the cerebellum located?
At the back of the head below the temporal and occipital lobes and above the brainstem
What is the primary function of the cerebellum?
To coordinate muscle movements and maintain posture, balance, and equilibrium