Functional Anatomy of the Central Nervous System

Front

This is the section of the brain that coordinates body movements, including balance.

Back

Cerebellum

Front

This is the largest part of the brain, consisting of the left and right hemispheres.

Back

Cerebrum

Front

This area of the brain includes the epithalamus, thalamus, metathalamus, and the hypothalamus; also known as the interbrain.

Back

Diencephalon

Front

This part of the brain is the uppermost portion of the diencephalon, which includes the pineal gland and regulates sleep-cycle hormones.

Back

Epithalamus

Front

These are uniformly positioned, deep grooves in the brain.

Back

Fissures

Front

These sections of the brain are located behind the forehead.

Back

Frontal lobes

Front

This is a portion of the diencephalon, which regulates functions such as metabolism, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Back

Hypothalamus

Front

This is the name for the four regions of the brain - frontal, parietal, occipital, and temporal.

Back

Lobes

Front

This is the lower portion of the brain stem, which regulates heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing, and controls several reflexes.

Back

Medulla oblongata

Front

These are three protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.

Back

Meninges