AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the largest part of the brain?
A
Thalamus
B
Cerebellum
C
Spinal Cord
D
Cerebrum
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The largest lobe of the brain, located in the front of the head, the frontal lobe is involved in personality characteristics, decision-making and movement. Recognition of smell usually involves parts of the frontal lobe. The frontal lobe contains Broca’s area, which is associated with speech ability.

Detailed explanation-2: -The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain because it is composed of many structures that are interconnected and work together.

Detailed explanation-3: -The second-largest part of the brain is the cerebellum, which sits beneath the back of the cerebrum. It plays an important role in coordinating movement, posture, and balance. The third-largest part is the diencephalon, located in the core of the brain.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your cerebellum is a small part of your brain located at the bottom of this organ near the back of your head. Your cerebrum is the largest part of your brain and includes parts above and forward of the cerebellum.

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