18.4 - Central Neural System
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What does the CNS consist of?
💡 Hint: Think about which body parts are responsible for processing information.
What is the main role of the hypothalamus?
💡 Hint: Consider what controls your feelings of hunger.
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What does the Central Neural System consist of?
💡 Hint: Think about the main components of the nervous system.
True or False: The hypothalamus is involved in regulating hunger and thirst.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you feel hungry or thirsty.
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Evaluate how damage to the hypothalamus might affect homeostasis in the body.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects on body temperature and energy balance.
Discuss the implications of a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) affecting the cerebrum and its potential impact on behavior.
💡 Hint: Think about the brain's role in communication and coordination.
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