Structure, Parts And Function Of The Human Brain



Structure, Parts And Function Of The Human Brain


The Brain
The brain is an essential part of the human body. It is enclosed inside the skull. it is responsible for thougth, movement in the human body, it also help man to interact well with his environment. In this work, we will be looking into the four major part of the human brain,which include the cerebrum, Cerebellum, Limbic System, Brain Stem
The Cerebrum
The cerebrum or cortex is the largest part of the human brain, associated with higher brain function such as thought and action. The cerebral cortex is divided into four sections, called "lobes": the frontal lobe, parietal lobe, occipital lobe, and temporal lobe.

Functions Of The Lobe
  • Frontal Lobe- associated with reasoning, planning, parts of speech, movement, emotions, and problem solving
  • Parietal Lobe- associated with movement, orientation, recognition, perception of stimuli
  • Occipital Lobe- associated with visual processing
  • Temporal Lobe- associated with perception and recognition of auditory stimuli, memory, and speech
The Cerebellum
The Cerebellum: it is similar to the cerebrum, it has two hemispheres and has a highly folded surface or cortex. it is associated with regulation and coordination of movement, posture, and balance.
Limbic System
Limbic System: the limbic system is responsible for emotional feelings. It is found buried within the cerebrum. it contains the thalamus, hypothalamus, amygdala, and hippocampus.
Brain Stem: the brain stem is responsible for basic vital life functions such as breathing, heartbeat, and blood pressure. it is made of the midbrain, pons, and medulla.













Reference
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