Portage Learning / BIOD 152 Module 2 Exam 2 Latest

Portage Learning / BIOD 152 Module 2 Exam 2


Question 1
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This layer of the meninges is tightly attached to the brain.

Pia mater (menix)


Question 2
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The fissure separates the right and left cerebral hemispheres.

Median longitudinal


Question 3
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Describe the function of the brain ventricles.

There are four ventricles in the interior of the brain, chambers filled with cerebrospinal
fluid which is produced there. Once formed the CSF circulates through the ventricles and
into the subarachnoid space bathing and floating the brain.


Question 4
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All the following are functions of the hypothalamus except:

Regulates sleep

Links the nervous and endocrine systems
Correct!

Filters out unimportant sensory information

Regulates water balance

Question 5
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What is the largest portion of the brain?

Cerebellum
Correct!

, Portage Learning / BIOD 152 Module 2 Exam 2


Cerebrum

Corpus collosum

Cingulate gyrus

Question 6
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This region of the brain controls decision making skills.
Correct!

Frontal lobe

Cerebellum

Occipital lobe

Temporal lobe

Primary sensory cortex

Question 7
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A patient is having difficulty producing speech sounds, but other motor movements are normal.
Which area of the brain is most likely damaged?
Correct!

Broca’s area

Wernicke’s area

Occipital lobe

Parietal lobe

Primary motor cortex

Question 8
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What is muscle tone and how is it maintained?