click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Ch. 17 (2/1/21)
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Brainstem | A section of the brain consisting of the medulla oblongata, pons, and midbrain, which connect the forebrain and cerebrum to the spinal cord |
| Central nervous system (CNS) | Consists of the brain and spinal cord; it coordinates sensory and motor body function control |
| Cerebellum | A structure posterior to the pons and medulla oblongata responsible for posture, balance, and voluntary muscle movement |
| Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) | A continually produced and absorbed clear, watery fluid that flows in the brain ventricles around the brain surface and spinal cord |
| Epilepsy | A brain disorder marked by repeated seizures over time |