Exam 14: The Brain and Cranial Nerves

In most cases,the general interpretive center and the speech center are located in the ________ cerebral hemisphere.

A neural cortex is found on the surface of the

What contains a spider web-like network of cells and fibers through which cerebrospinal fluid flows?

Excitation of neurons in the basal nuclei would lead to

The ________ are the four masses on the posterior of the midbrain.

The region of the cerebral cortex that is medial and deep to the temporal lobe is the

Damage to the superior colliculi would interfere with the reflex ability to

Which of the following lies between the cerebrum and the brain stem?

Autonomic centers that control blood pressure,heart rate,and digestion are located in the

The ventricle associated with the pons and upper medulla is the

The ________ provides the principal link between the nervous and endocrine systems.

The cerebral area posterior to the central sulcus is the

A person with a damaged visual association area may be

Higher-order functions

Damage to the substantia nigra causes a decrease in the neurotransmitter dopamine.This causes a gradual,generalized increase in muscle tone,which is the main symptom of

The tectum of the mesencephalon contains the

Figure 14-1 The Circulation of Cerebrospinal Fluid Use Figure 14-1 to answer the following questions: -Identify the structure labeled "3."

Damage to the pyramidal cells of the cerebral cortex would directly affect

Figure 14-2 Cranial Nerves Use Figure 14-2 to answer the following questions: -What is the function of the nerve labeled "10"?

Why is injury to the medulla oblongata frequently fatal?