Normal human brain, MRI scan C016 / 8841
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Normal human brain, MRI scan C016 / 8841
Brain. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a sagittal section through a healthy human brain. The highly folded area (red and yellow) is the cerebrum, which is responsible for conscious thought, emotion and voluntary movement. The dark red arch beneath it is the corpus callosum, which facilitates communication between the hemispheres. At bottom right of the brain is the brainstem (pink), which controls automatic functions, sleep and arousal and relays messages from the brain to the spinal cord (bottom). To its left is the cerebellum (branched), which controls muscle coordination and balance
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This print showcases a normal human brain in all its intricate glory. The vibrant colors highlight the different regions and structures that make up this remarkable organ. At the center, we see the cerebrum, characterized by its highly folded appearance in shades of red and yellow. This is where conscious thought, emotions, and voluntary movement originate from. Beneath the cerebrum lies the corpus callosum, depicted as a dark red arch. Its crucial role is to facilitate communication between the brain's two hemispheres. Moving towards the bottom right corner of the image, we encounter the brainstem in a soft shade of pink. Responsible for automatic functions like sleep and arousal, it also acts as a relay station between the brain and spinal cord. To its left stands the cerebellum with its branched structure. This region plays an essential role in muscle coordination and balance control – vital for our everyday movements. The black background adds depth to this visually stunning representation of our most complex organ – highlighting every detail with precision. As viewers delve into this image, they gain insight into both biology and neurology while appreciating how seamlessly these elements work together within our bodies. This mesmerizing photograph serves as a reminder of just how extraordinary our brains are: their beauty lies not only in their physicality but also in their ability to shape who we are as individuals.
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