The Corpus Callosum

question 30

Multiple Choice

The corpus callosum

• A)causes a vegetative state when severed accidentally.
• B)shares information between the two halves of the cerebral cortex.
• C)is made of fibrous muscle that holds the hemispheres together.
• D)can selectively block certain stimuli from entering one hemisphere or the other.

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Definitions:

ADH

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, regulates water balance in the body by reducing urine production.

Hypersecretion

A condition where glands produce an excessive amount of a substance, often leading to various disorders.

Metabolic Rate

Metabolic rate is the rate at which the body uses energy to maintain basic bodily functions when at rest, known as the basal metabolic rate (BMR).

Exophthalmos

A condition characterized by the bulging of the eyes out of the orbit, often associated with thyroid disease, particularly Grave's disease.