Brain Functions

Front

What does the parietal lobe control?

Back

The parietal lobe controls the sense of touch.

Front

What is the primary function of the occipital lobe?

Back

The occipital lobe is primarily responsible for vision.

Front

Which part of the brain relays sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex and is involved in memory?

Back

The thalamus relays sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex and is involved in memory.

Front

What functions does the cerebellum control?

Back

The cerebellum controls coordination and balance.

Front

If a person has lost the ability to plan, make decisions, and set goals due to a stroke, which lobe is likely damaged?

Back

The frontal lobe is likely damaged.

Front

What is the role of the frontal lobe in the brain?

Back

The frontal lobe is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as planning, decision-making, and impulse control.

Front

What is the function of the temporal lobe?

Back

The temporal lobe is involved in processing auditory information and is important for memory.

Front

What does the limbic system regulate?

Back

The limbic system regulates emotions, memory, and arousal.

Front

What is the function of the hypothalamus?

Back

The hypothalamus regulates body temperature, hunger, thirst, and circadian rhythms.

Front

What is the role of the brainstem?

Back

The brainstem controls basic life functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.