Central sulcus

Definition

The central sulcus is a prominent landmark of the brain's surface, separating the frontal lobe from the parietal lobe. It plays a critical role in dividing areas involved in motor functions from those related to sensory information processing.

Related terms

Frontal Lobe:

The part of the cerebral cortex involved in decision making, problem-solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.

Parietal Lobe:

A region of the cerebral cortex that processes tactile sensory information such as pressure, touch, and pain.

Motor Cortex:

Located in the frontal lobe, it is responsible for generating neural impulses that control the execution of movement