2.1.1 - Localisation 8 mark plan

2.1.1 - Explain one study related to localisation of function in the brain

Definition

Localisation is the association of different functions within the brain with regions of the brain, for example the hippocampi in the temporal lobe, the area responsible for memory and visuo-spatial navigation.

Visuo-spatial navigation is the navigation of a route that has been memorised and is familiar, through visualisation in the brain.

Explain concept

Hippocampus

The hippocampus is…