6.2 Discussion: Our Big, Beautiful Brains
Did you know?
The adult brain uses 20% of the bodyâs energy but accounts for only about 2% of the bodyâs total weight (averaging around 3 pounds).
When a person is awake, his or her brain generates 25 watts of power; this is enough to power a lightbulb.
The left side of the brain controls the right side of the body, while the right side of the brain controls the left side of the body.
The average human brain contains 100 billion neurons; the rate of neuron growth during development of a fetus is 250,000 neurons per minute.
What can you add to this conversation? For this discussion, answer the following.
1. In your own words, discuss and explain what you know about the brain. Be specific. Use medical terms that you have learned in the course material.
2. Share knowledge and personal or family experiences about the brainâs structure and function, as well as
diseases and disorders related to the brain. For example, do you know someone who has suffered a stroke, has
Alzheimerâs Disease, or suffered a traumatic brain injury, etc.?
6.2 Discussion: Our Big, Beautiful Brains Did you know? The adult brain uses 20%
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