Teams of Neurons in the Temporal Lobe Enable Us to Identify

question 65

Multiple Choice

Teams of neurons in the temporal lobe enable us to identify a familiar chair by recognizing its unique visual patterns.These neural teams have been called

• A) optic nerves.
• B) ganglion cells.
• C) supercell clusters.
• D) bipolar cells.

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Definitions:

Cranial Nerves

Twelve pairs of nerves that originate in the brain and mediate various functions including sensory input and motor control, particularly in the head and neck.

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station, channeling sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain located at the back of the skull, crucial for coordination, precision, and timing of movements.

Meningitis

An inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, known collectively as the meninges.