Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 46 - The Mammalian Nervous System: Structure and Higher Functions - 46.1 - Functions Are Localized in the Nervous System - 46.1 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 989: 2

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The telencephalon, or the cerebrum, includes the left and right cerebral hemispheres. The thin outer layer is the cerebral cortex, which is composed of densely grouped cell bodies. The telencephalon in humans is the largest portion of the brain and is responsible for sensory perception, learning, memory, and behavior.

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The telencephalon, or the cerebrum, includes the left and right cerebral hemispheres. The thin outer layer is the cerebral cortex, which is composed of densely grouped cell bodies. The telencephalon in humans is the largest portion of the brain and is responsible for sensory perception, learning, memory, and behavior.
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