Controls visual perception and processes visual information, including color recognition, and then sends the information to the parietal and temporal lobes.
An electrically excitable cell that receives, processes, and transmits information through electrical and chemical signals. These signals between neurons occur via specialized connections called synapses.
This gland is small but very important, controlling hormone levels as well as the functions of all the other endocrine system glands.
Controls breathing, heartbeat, and other automatic functions. It is also responsible for sending messages from the brain to the spinal cord.
The change in electrical potential associated with the passage of an impulse along the membrane of a muscle cell or nerve cell.
Controls auditory perception, speech, language comprehension, and visual recognition.
Acts like a transmitter, sending sensory information and relaying this information to the other parts of the brain.
a long, tubular bundle of nerve fibers that extends from the brain through the spinal column. These nerve fibers. along with the brain form the central nervous system (CNS) and transmits information to and from the body and brain. It also contains neural circuits that independently control numerous reflexes and central pattern generators.
is both a neurotransmitter and a neurohormone produced in multiple areas of the brain. As a hormone it is often associated with pleasant experiences. Receiving an unexpected reward may cause your heart to speed up and increase your alertness due to the sudden release of dopamine. As a neurotransmitter it transmits signals associated with concentration and motor skills.
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Connects the left and right side of the brain and is responsible for the communication between the two sides.
Controls many functions including movement, memory, language, social behavior, problem solving, making decisions, and also controls our emotions and directs our personality.
Type of brain cell that fires when you do an action, and also when you simply watch someone else doing the same action.
Interprets sensory information such as touch, pressure, temperature, and pain, and is also involved with language comprehension.
A short branched extension of a nerve cell, along which impulses received from other cells at synapses are transmitted to the cell body.
Found in the central nervous system (CNS) and control muscle movements. When they are stimulated they release neurotransmitters that bind to the receptors on muscles to trigger a response, which lead to movement.
A part of your brain, specifically a part of the limbic system that is vital for the formation of memories.
Responsible for sending sensory information between the cerebrum and cerebellum. It also wakes you from sleep and triggers dreams.
Helps in coordinating body movement and maintaining balance and equilibrium.
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