Head

Definition

The head is the uppermost part of the human body containing the brain, sensory organs (eyes, ears), and other important structures.

Related terms

Cranium: The cranium is the skull's bony structure that protects and encloses the brain.

Cerebral Cortex:

The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the brain responsible for higher cognitive functions such as thinking, memory, perception, and language.

Sensory Organs: Sensory organs are specialized structures within our head (eyes, ears) that allow us to receive information from our environment through sight, hearing, taste, smell, etc.