The Part of the Brain That Suppresses Unimportant Sensations Is

question 90

Multiple Choice

The part of the brain that suppresses unimportant sensations is the:

• A)hypothalamus
• B)cerebrum
• C)cerebellum
• D)thalamus

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Definitions:

Human Cochlea

A spiral-shaped, fluid-filled inner ear structure, essential for converting sound wave vibrations into electrical signals for the brain.

Approximately

Used to indicate that a number is not exact, but close to a certain value.

Hyperpolarization

An increase in a cell's membrane potential, making it more negative and less likely to fire an action potential.

Neurotransmitter Release

The process by which neurons release chemical messengers into the synaptic cleft, allowing them to communicate with adjacent cells.