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5.01 Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Axon | The part of a neuron that sends messages away from the cell body |
| Brain | The organ that controls the body and processes information like thinking, senses, and movement |
| Cell body | The main part of a neuron that contains the nucleus |
| Dendrites | Branch-like parts of a neuron that receive messages from other neurons |
| Executive function | Brain skills that help you plan, focus, remember, and manage tasks |
| Frontal lobe | The front part of the brain that controls thinking, memory, behavior, and movement |
| Mental flexibility | The ability to change your thinking or actions when needed |
| Neurons | Brain and nerve cells that send and receive messages |
| Occipital lobe | The back part of the brain that helps you see and understand visual information |
| Parietal lobe | The middle part of the brain that helps with touch and language |
| Self-control | The ability to manage your emotions and actions, especially in difficult situations |
| Synapses | The connections where neurons send messages to each other |
| Temporal lobe | The side part of the brain that helps with hearing, learning, and emotions |