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By Lachie Stonehouse.  The Cerebrum : The cerebrum or cortex is the largest part of the human brain, associated with higher brain function such as thought.

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1 By Lachie Stonehouse

2  The Cerebrum : The cerebrum or cortex is the largest part of the human brain, associated with higher brain function such as thought and action.  The Cerebellum: The cerebellum, or "little brain", is similar to the cerebrum in that it has two hemispheres and has a highly folded surface or cortex.

3  Limbic System: The limbic system, often referred to as the "emotional brain", is found buried within the cerebrum.  Brain Stem: Underneath the limbic system is the brain stem. This structure is responsible for basic vital life functions such as breathing, heartbeat, and blood pressure.

4  The brain is 75% water  When you are a full adult the males brain is bigger than the female brain.  The weight of the human brain is about 3 lbs  The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain and makes up 85% of the brain’s weight.  While an elephant’s brain is physically larger than a human brain.

5  Thank you for watching.  By lachie stonehouse


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