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Brain Terminology Lesson 1
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12/16/2010

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Term
neuron
Definition
Transmits instructions to and receives information from every minute part of every human system.
Term
cerebrum
Definition
Responsible for higher mental functions including reasoning and memory.
Term
fissure
Definition
Deep grooves in the lobes of the cerebrum.
Term
gyri
Definition
Raised areas of the cerebrum.
Term
sulci
Definition
Grooves in between the gyri.
Term
cerebellum
Definition
Responsible for coordinating muscle movement and maintaining posture.
Term
diencephalon
Definition
Contains vital activity centers to include the thalamus, hypothalamus, optic chiasm, and pituitary gland.
Term
mesencephalon
Definition
Contains structures associated with visual reflexes and hearing.
Term
pons
Definition
fuctions as a relay center within the brain.
Term
medulla oblongata
Definition
Relay center for the impulses to and from the spinal cord, and is the nervous centere which controls the heart, respiration, and vasomotor reactions.
Term
optic chiasm
Definition
Point where the optic nerves cross.
Term
meninges
Definition
Three membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord.
Term
dura mater
Definition
Outermost membrne layer that contacts the bones of the cranium.
Term
arachnoid
Definition
Mesh of connective tissue.
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pia mater
Definition
Innermost membrane that lies on the surface of the brain.
Term
choroid plexus
Definition
Responsible for generating cerebrospinal fluid that circulates through the hollow areas of the brain and spinal cord.
Term
cerebrospinal fluid
Definition
functions primarily to transport nutrients and as a shock absorber.
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