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Anatomy
The structure of the human body and the organs and systems that comprise it.
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brain stem
Anatomy; Brain
Located at the top of the spinal cord, it links the lower brain with the middle of the brain and cerebral hemispheres.
pineal body
Anatomy; Brain
A pinecone-shaped gland-like structure located in the brain. It produces melanin and influences the onset of puberty.
stroop effect
Anatomy; Brain
What happens when you read a word like "blue" that is written in green ink, causing your brain to get confused.
procedural memory
Anatomy; Brain
Automatic memory for skills and habits, such as how to ride a bike or sign one’s name; also “muscle memory.”
occipital lobe
Anatomy; Brain
The region at the back of each cerebral hemisphere that contains the centers of vision and reading ability.
cerebrospinal fluid
Anatomy; Brain
Clear fluid that fills in all of the spaces between the parts of your brain. It gives the brain a cushion.
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