An Area in the Medial Temporal Lobe, Associated with a Number

question 26

Multiple Choice

An area in the medial temporal lobe, associated with a number of memory functions, that is also important in olfactory processing is the ______.

• A)amygdala
• B)geusic gyrus
• C)anterior insular cortex
• D)entorhinal cortex

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Definitions:

Sympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system that increases the heart rate, constricts blood vessels, and raises blood pressure, typically activated in stress responses.

Parasympathetic

One part of the autonomic nervous system that promotes relaxation, conservation of energy, and digestion.

Cocaine

A powerful and addictive stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant, known for its euphoric effects.

Dopamine Production

The biological synthesis of dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of movement, emotion, and the pleasure reward system.