Determine

question 173

Essay

Determine:

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Definitions:

Ventricles

Cavities within the brain filled with cerebrospinal fluid, aiding in cushioning the brain and maintaining intracranial pressure.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, responsible for instinct and mood. It controls the basic emotions and drives.

Stroke

A medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients.

Diencephalon

A division of the brain located between the cerebral hemispheres and brainstem, important for sensory and motor function and includes structures such as the thalamus and hypothalamus.