Brain Anatomy

Start with brain views

Brain Anatomy is a section of Nervous System Overview in Anatomy. Its resources offer different ways to look at the brain, from views and major subdivisions to lobes and deeper structures. The slide set on brain views is a useful starting point: it gives hints for recognizing dorsal, lateral and ventral views.

Follow it with the Brain Gross Anatomy flashcards. They introduce the main parts of the brain, including the brain stem, cerebrum and cerebellum, as well as structures such as the medulla oblongata and pons. Use the cards to become familiar with the names before moving to a labeling activity.

Connect maps and quizzes

The Neuroanatomy mind map brings together the frontal, parietal, temporal and occipital lobes and the cerebellum. It also includes functions such as vision, spatial processing and touch. Read through the branches, then use the Brain 1 quiz to practice labeling lobes and prominent features in a top-down view.

For another labeling activity, try Anatomy of the Brain. It asks you to drag and drop labels for main parts and deep structures. After each attempt, return to a relevant map or flashcard deck and look again at the terms you want to review. Then use the quiz for another round of practice.

Look more closely at structures

The cerebellum mind map gives a more focused view of its position and connections to the brainstem. The ventricles mind map and The Cerebrum notes offer other places to explore particular structures. The brain mind map also includes gray matter, white matter and the corpus callosum.

Together, these resources give you ways to study Brain Anatomy within Nervous System Overview, whether you prefer a broad view or a closer look at one structure. Choose a resource that fits what you want to work on next.