Exploring the Human Brain: Functions and Defenses

What is the weight of an adult human brain?

• Four-pound

• Three-pound

• Two-pound

• One-pound

Which part of the brain is responsible for higher functions like reasoning?

• Diencephalon

• Cerebellum

• Brainstem

• Cerebrum

Which part of the brain is responsible for learning and speech?

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

• Diencephalon

What does the cerebellum help to maintain?

• Body temperature

• Heart rate

• Body's balance and posture

• Memory

What does the cerebellum coordinate?

• Sensory information

• Muscle movements

• Hunger signals

• Sleep patterns

Which part of the brain controls vital functions like respiration?

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Diencephalon

• Brainstem

Which region of the brain is about the size of an apricot?

• Cerebellum

• Brainstem

• Cerebrum

• Diencephalon

What is the main function of the thalamus?

• Controlling appetite

• Coordinating muscle movements

• Processing sensory information

• Regulating sleep

Which mechanism protects the brain by allowing only specific chemicals to enter?

• Cerebrospinal fluid

• Meninges

• Skull

• Blood-brain barrier

What can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's according to the video?

• Reading books

• Eating a balanced diet

• Playing video games

• Listening to music