Basal Ganglia Are Located in the ________ and ________

question 25

Multiple Choice

Basal ganglia are located in the ________ and ________.

• A)brainstem; relay motor impulses from the cerebral cortex
• B)frontal lobe; aid in control of motor activities
• C)deep regions of the cerebral hemispheres; aid in control of motor activities
• D)cerebral hemispheres; control the senses

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Definitions:

Oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter involved in childbirth and lactation, also associated with social bonding and behavior.

Uterine Contractions

The tightening and relaxation of the uterine muscles, naturally occurring during menstruation and labor to help expel the lining or to assist in childbirth.

Mammary Glands

Mammary glands are the milk-producing glands in mammals, responsible for feeding offspring.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels by promoting the conversion of stored glycogen into glucose in the liver.