Although the Two Halves of the Cortex Look Alike Structurally

question 84

Multiple Choice

Although the two halves of the cortex look alike structurally, the left hemisphere seems to be chiefly responsible for

• A) motor coordination.
• B) perceiving the world around us.
• C) creating images.
• D) verbal and other cognitive processes.

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Definitions:

Forearm

The region of the arm between the elbow and the wrist, consisting of two bones (radius and ulna) and various muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.

Ulna

One of the two long bones in the forearm, extending from the elbow to the smallest finger, and playing a role in arm movement and stability.

Biceps Brachii

A muscle of the upper arm that acts to flex the elbow and rotate the forearm.

Brachialis

A muscle located in the upper arm that is primarily responsible for flexing the elbow.