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What part of the human brain is most distinguished to that of a primate?

Obviously that part is cerebral cortex. Unfortunately it works, almost always, under control of the Limbic system.


Do some of your brain cells die when you sneeze?

Brain cells do NOT die when a person sneezes. First, if you observe a baby and toddler and counted how many times they sneeze before 2 years old, if your question was true, NO one would have a brain left! Second, brain cells only 'die' under certain conditions, including:lack of blood flow to the brain (such as stroke, TIA)lack of glucose to brain cellsbrain swelling such as after a severe head injury


Do you lose brain cells if you sleep with your head under the blanket?

no cause the brain is at rest!! sleeping does not require effort that brain cells will work!


How many words can the human brain process per minute?

Functional word processing, "Reading" is the general way our brain processes words. Under this assumption, you're asking about the maximum reading comprehension speed. The action potential of the human brain varies across many demographics. Factors are dependent on brain development, disabilities and genetic predispositions. The average human brain, within a normal standard distribution model, can process between 5 and 6 times your sustainable typing speed. Typing speed seem to be indicative of our word processing efficiency, but not entirely dependant. If you can type 60 (wpm) @ 90%, then reading comprehension is likely 300-350 wpm @90%. (average) The upper range for effective word comprehension is between 600-715 wpm. (very rare)


What part of the brain make you feel good?

The Limbic System "The limbic system is a complex set of structures which lies on both sides and underneath the thalamus, just under the cerebrum. It includes the hypothalamus, the hippocampus, the amygdala, and several other nearby areas. It appears to be primarily responsible for our emotional life, and has to do with the formation of memories."

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Can the brain work under heavy pressure?

the brain can work under heavy pressure, giving the brain a challenge make the human personality react differently and provide confidence to the conscience mind.


Is the muscle movement inthe human body an example of biology?

yes, the muscles in the human body are the effect of what are brain is telling us to do, the muscles will either contract or loosen according to what the brain has sent. All of this would come under the topic of Biology.


Can humans stay underwater longer than 10 minutes?

People have done it before, but it is very unlikely for the average human to stay under water for over 3-4 minutes without receiving severe brain damage or dying.


Why are some vitamins left under the tongue to dissolve?

The stomach environment may be unhelpful, damaging the vitamin before its contents can be absorbed. Under the tongue is a good place to have such chemicals absorbed quickly, without them being damaged by the stomach.


How many grams of glucose does the human consume per day under normal conditions?

The brain consumes around 120g of glucose per day.


What is the pituitary?

It's a gland under your brain (controlled by your brain).


What part of the human brain is most distinguished to that of a primate?

Obviously that part is cerebral cortex. Unfortunately it works, almost always, under control of the Limbic system.


Why is the human body consists of different system each with its own function these body systems are under the control of the?

All organs, body functions, systems are controlled by the brain.


Which law governs when a tablecloth is pulled out from under a setting of china without damaging it?

the Law of theft


Can you survive being under water for 12 minutes?

If the water was extremely cold there is a possibility, though the human brain cannot go without oxygen for 5 minutes on average.


How is lactation controlled?

It's under hormonal control (which is mostly under brain control). An entire collection of hormones: Progesterone oestrogen follicle stimulating hormone luteinizing hormone prolactin oxytocin Human placental lactogen at least.


Where is the brain found in the human body?

In the back. See the Related Link for a picture showing the location of the brain.