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Which of the following is a function of the thalamus?
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12. The Central Nervous System
Introduction to the Central Nervous System
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Which of the following statements is true of the structure of the brain?
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The cerebellum is the largest part of the brain and is responsible for higher cognitive functions.
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The hypothalamus is primarily involved in processing visual information.
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The cerebrum is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements.
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The brainstem regulates basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.
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Begin by identifying the main structures of the brain: cerebrum, cerebellum, hypothalamus, and brainstem.
Understand the function of the cerebrum: it is the largest part of the brain and is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as thinking, memory, and voluntary movements.
Learn about the cerebellum: it is involved in coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining balance and posture, but it is not the largest part of the brain.
Explore the role of the hypothalamus: it regulates various autonomic functions such as temperature control, hunger, and thirst, but is not primarily involved in processing visual information.
Recognize the function of the brainstem: it regulates basic life functions such as breathing, heart rate, and sleep cycles, making the statement about the brainstem the correct answer.
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