Which of the Following Brain Structures Are Part of the Hindbrain

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following brain structures are part of the hindbrain?

• A) Cerebral hemispheres, thalamus, and hypothalamus
• B) Spinal cord, cisterna magna, and nerve roots
• C) Mastoid fontanel, temporal lobe, and lateral ventricle
• D) Pons, cerebellum, and medulla oblongata

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Definitions:

Psychological Construct

Idea or set of impressions that some mental ability exists as an entity; memory, language, and emotion are examples.

Cell Assemblies

Conceptual groups of neurons that represent specific information through their firing patterns.

Brain-Imaging Studies

Research utilizing techniques such as MRI, PET, or CT scans to visualize the structure and function of the brain in health and disease.

Parietal Cortex

A region of the brain's parietal lobe involved in processing sensory information related to touch, spatial orientation, and navigation.