Brain Anatomy

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Ap Psychology brian quiz
Connor Van Ryzin
Flashcards by Connor Van Ryzin, updated more than 1 year ago
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Cerebrum
corpus callosum
Thalamus
Amygdala
Hypothalamus
Pituitary gland
Hippocampus
Pons
Medulla
Reticular formation
Brainstem
Cerebellum
Amygdala Processes emotional memories(flashbulb memories) and is linked with fear and aggression
Brainstem is responsible for vital life functions and houses the Pons, Medulla, reticular formation
Cerebellum Responsible for balance & coordination and helps process procedural memory
Cerebrum Comprised of gray matter and white matter.
Corpus Callosum Connects the two hemispheres
Hippocampus responsible for processing long term memories
Hypothalamus regulates body functions, sometimes called the blood lab center
Medulla Vital life functions(heart rate & breathing)
Pituitary gland Master gland of the endocrine system
Pons Controls sleep/dreams & coordinated movements
Reticular formation general alertness/arousal
Thalamus sensory relay center
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