Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

12. The Central Nervous System

Introduction to the Central Nervous System

Anatomy & Physiology

12. The Central Nervous System

Introduction to the Central Nervous System

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Where in the brain is the association cortex located, and what functions does it support?

The association cortex is located in the frontal lobe and supports motor control.

The association cortex is located in the parietal, temporal, and frontal lobes and supports complex cognitive functions.

The association cortex is located in the occipital lobe and supports visual processing.

The association cortex is located in the cerebellum and supports balance and coordination.

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Begin by understanding the term 'association cortex'. The association cortex refers to regions of the cerebral cortex that integrate information from various sensory modalities and are involved in higher-order brain functions.

Identify the lobes of the brain where the association cortex is located. The association cortex is primarily found in the parietal, temporal, and frontal lobes.

Explore the functions supported by the association cortex. These include complex cognitive functions such as language processing, memory, attention, and problem-solving.

Differentiate the association cortex from other brain regions. For example, the occipital lobe is primarily involved in visual processing, while the cerebellum is associated with balance and coordination.

Review the role of the frontal lobe in motor control. While the frontal lobe does support motor control, the association cortex within it is more involved in integrating sensory information and supporting cognitive functions.