Brains

Definition

The brain is the command center of the central nervous system, responsible for controlling our thoughts, emotions, movements, and bodily functions. It consists of different regions that specialize in various functions.

Related terms

Central Nervous System (CNS):

The part of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord.

Cerebral Cortex:

The outer layer or "thinking cap" of the brain responsible for complex cognitive processes such as thinking, memory, and language.

Hippocampus:

A region deep within the brain involved in learning and memory formation.