The ____ Cortices Are Important for Helping Us Form Abstract

question 75

Multiple Choice

The ____ cortices are important for helping us form abstract thoughts related to our senses.

• A)basal
• B)motor
• C)somatosensory
• D)association

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Definitions:

Chemical Signals

Molecules released by cells that are used to communicate with other cells, often playing a role in the regulation of physiological processes.

Fear Center

A colloquial term often used to refer to the amygdala, a part of the brain involved in processing emotions, including fear.

Amygdala

A section of the brain that is responsible for detecting fear and preparing for emergency events.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus that coordinates both the autonomic nervous system and the activity of the pituitary, controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems.