Which Structure Communicates with the Prefrontal Area of the Brain

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which structure communicates with the prefrontal area of the brain and is involved in learning and memory?

• A) hippocampus
• B) amygdala
• C) pineal gland
• D) thalamus
• E) hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Beta Waves

Fast brain wave activity associated with alertness, concentration, and cognitive processes in the waking state.

Bodily Movement

Physical activities produced by the skeletal muscles that result in energy expenditure, often referred to in the context of physical exercise and health.

Slow-Wave Sleep

A deep phase of sleep characterized by slow brain waves, associated with physical and mental restoration.

Night's Sleep

The period of natural rest experienced during the night when the body and mind undergo recovery and rejuvenation.