The Brain and Key Concepts

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What is the brain responsible for?

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The brain is responsible for processing sensory information, regulating bodily functions, and enabling cognition, emotions, and behaviors.

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What does the brain stem do?

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The brain stem connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls vital functions such as heartbeat, breathing, and sleep cycles.

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What is the function of the reticular activating system (RAS)?

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The RAS regulates wakefulness and sleep-wake transitions, and filters incoming sensory information.

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What does the cerebellum do?

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The cerebellum coordinates voluntary movements, balance, and motor skills, and contributes to cognitive functions like attention and language.

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What is the cerebral cortex responsible for?

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The cerebral cortex is responsible for complex functions such as perception, thought, language, and conscious awareness.

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What are the key parts of the cerebral cortex?

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Occipital Lobes, Temporal Lobes, Parietal Lobes, and Frontal Lobes.

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What do the occipital lobes do?

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The occipital lobes process visual information and are involved in visual perception.

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What do the temporal lobes do?

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The temporal lobes are involved in processing auditory information, language comprehension, memory, and emotional responses.

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What do the parietal lobes do?

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The parietal lobes process sensory information related to touch, temperature, and pain, and help with spatial orientation and body awareness.

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What do the frontal lobes do?

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The frontal lobes are involved in decision making, problem-solving, planning, voluntary movement, and controlling behavior and emotions.