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prefrontal [prē′frənt·əl] (anatomy) Situated in the anterior part of the frontal lobe of the brain. (vertebrate zoology) Of or pertaining to a bone of some vertebrate skulls, located anterior and lateral to the frontal bone. Of, pertaining to, or being a scale or plate in front of the frontal scale on the head of some reptiles and fishes. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| During sustained periods of pain, nerve activity increased in the brain's medial prefrontal cortex, which has been associated with negative emotions, emotional memories, and self-image. This is one of five medical case studies that lay the groundwork for our current understanding of the relationship between the human prefrontal cortex and a person's character. Under a large brain, kids can see the amygdala (ah-MIG-dah-lah) and the prefrontal cortex that trigger the Incredible Hulk's extreme mood swings, and next to a climbing wall they can see magnified photos showing how a spider's legs attach to even the smoothest vertical surfaces. |
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