The Medulla and the Pons Are the Two Main Structures

question 173

True/False

The medulla and the pons are the two main structures of the brain stem.

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Definitions:

Auditory Cortex

The region of the brain that processes auditory information, allowing for the perception of sounds.

Temporal Lobes

Lobes at the sides of the brain’s cerebral cortex; they contain areas involved in hearing, memory, perception, emotion, and (in the left lobe, typically) language comprehension.

Somatosensory Cortex

A region of the brain responsible for processing sensory information from various parts of the body, including touch, temperature, and pain.

Stimulation Probe

A device or tool used to apply electrical or sensory stimulation to a part of the body for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.