the brain

• What is the primary function of the brain?

  It controls and coordinates everything you do.
• What is the role of the cerebrum?

  It is responsible for consciousness, intelligence, memory, and language.
• What does the hypothalamus regulate?

  It regulates bodily temperature and normal bodily functions.
• What is the function of the cerebellum?

  It is responsible for muscle coordination.
• What does the medulla control?

  It controls unconscious actions like breathing and heart rate.
• Why is studying the brain important?

  It helps scientists understand brain functions and treat brain damage or disease.
• How can case studies help in understanding brain function?

  They provide detailed studies of individuals with abnormal brain function.
• What can be inferred if a patient goes blind after brain damage?

  The damaged area likely relates to vision.
• What do MRI scanners do in brain studies?

  They show which parts of the brain are activated during tasks.
• What is a challenge when studying severely brain-damaged individuals?

  It may be unethical to study them due to lack of informed consent.
• What is a potential issue with interpreting MRI results?

  It cannot be known if the same brain activity occurs in normal situations.
• What is a limitation of studying deceased individuals' brains?

  It relies on people donating their brains for research.
• What are some common problems that can occur in the brain?

  Injuries, tumors, and diseases.
• Why is it hard to repair damage to the nervous system?

  Neurons in the CNS don’t readily repair themselves.
• What is a challenge in treating problems in hard-to-access areas of the nervous system?

  It can be difficult to surgically remove tumors in certain brain areas.
• What is a risk associated with treating nervous system problems?

  Treatment may lead to permanent damage to surrounding brain areas.
• What is the structure of the brain?

  The brain is made up of billions of interconnected cells.
• What types of actions does the brain control?

  It controls everything from reflexes to elaborate actions.