| Hint | Answer | % Correct |
|---|---|---|
| the egg-shaped chamber that relays information, starts with "th" | thalamus | 89%
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| the almond-shaped structure involved with fear, emotion, etc. starts with "a" | amygdala | 86%
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| the structure underneath that chamber, which maintains homeostasis, etc. | hypothalamus | 68%
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| the smaller part of the brain (little brain) used for balance and coordination | cerebellum | 64%
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| the gland named for its slime (pitooey!), known for growth & sex hormones | pituitary gland | 64%
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| the main part of the brain | cerebrum | 54%
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| the structure that connects the right and left hemispheres (tough body) | corpus callosum | 50%
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| the clear fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord | cerebrospinal fluid | 43%
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| the bump between the brain and the spinal cord (bridge) starts with "p" | pons | 43%
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| the protective layers around the brain | meninges | 36%
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| the gland that resembles a tiny pinecone and makes melatonin | pineal gland | 36%
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| the outermost layer of the meninges (hard mother) | dura mater | 25%
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| the middle layer of the meninges (spider mother) | arachnoid mater | 21%
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| the bump underneath that (oblong pith) | medulla oblongata | 21%
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| the innermost layer of the meninges (tender mother) | pia mater | 21%
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