PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the LARGEST of the 3 parts of your brain?
A
cerebellum
B
cerebrum
C
spinal cord
D
medulla
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The brain has three main parts: the cerebrum, cerebellum and brainstem. Cerebrum: is the largest part of the brain and is composed of right and left hemispheres. It performs higher functions like interpreting touch, vision and hearing, as well as speech, reasoning, emotions, learning, and fine control of movement.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cerebrum. The cerebrum (front of brain) comprises gray matter (the cerebral cortex) and white matter at its center. The largest part of the brain, the cerebrum initiates and coordinates movement and regulates temperature.

Detailed explanation-3: -Your cerebrum is the largest part of your brain and handles conscious thoughts and actions. Different areas within your cerebrum also have different responsibilities like language, behavior, sensory processing and more.

Detailed explanation-4: -The significant difference between cerebellum and cerebrum is their size. The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain, and it contributes nearly 80% of the total weight of the human brain. The cerebellum makes up the remaining part of the brain.

Detailed explanation-5: -The brain can be divided into three basic units: the forebrain, the midbrain, and the hindbrain.

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