Parts of the human brain
The main parts of the human brain are the brain stem, the cerebellum, the diencephalon, and the cerebrum, which is divided into lobes.
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The human brain
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Nervous system
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The ventricular system and the main brain regions
This animation demonstrates the internal structure of the brain.
Anatomy of the spinal cord
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Hypothalamic-pituitary axis
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Medical conditions of the spine
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Patellar reflex
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The adrenal glands
The adrenal glands are responsible for maintaining homeostasis and producing a rapid response in stressful situations.
The ear and the mechanism of hearing
The ear converts the vibrations of air into electric signals which are then processed by the brain.
The skull and the spine
The two main parts of the central nervous system, the brain and the spinal cord are protected by the skull and the spinal column.
Types of bone articulations
Human bones are joined together by cartilaginous or synovial joints, sutures or they can fuse together.
Vertebrate brain evolution
During the evolution of vertebrates the relative development of brain areas has changed.