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Topic 1 – Introduction to Psychology and Role of Biology

Mini Brain Project

Directions: Conduct research on a selected brain area or structure. Areas and structures available for research include: frontal lobe, parietal lobe, temporal lobe, occipital lobe, medulla, pons, cerebellum, reticular formation, thalamus, hypothalamus, limbic system, cerebrum, hippocampus, amygdala, corpus callosum, Broca’s area, OR Wernicke’s area.  

Part 1: Using your research thoroughly answer the questions below:

• Where is the area or structure located?
• What are its major functions? 
• What techniques are used to view or measure it?
• What happens when it is damaged?
• What other structures is it near?
• What other structures help or perform similar functions?