Hemisphere

Hemisphere

A hemisphere is half of a spherical or roughly spherical structure or organ. The term is often used to refer to one half of the brain, which is divided into the left and right hemispheres. Each hemisphere controls the opposite side of the body and has specialized functions.

Anatomy

The brain is divided into two hemispheres, the left hemisphere and the right hemisphere. These two halves are connected by a bundle of nerve fibers called the corpus callosum, which allows for communication between the two hemispheres. Each hemisphere is further divided into four main regions or lobes: the frontal lobe, parietal lobe, temporal lobe, and occipital lobe.

Functions

Each hemisphere of the brain has specialized functions. The left hemisphere is typically associated with logical thinking, analysis, and accuracy. It controls the right side of the body and is responsible for functions such as language, math, and logic.

The right hemisphere, on the other hand, is associated with creativity, imagination, and intuition. It controls the left side of the body and is responsible for spatial abilities, face recognition, visual imagery, music, and emotions.

Clinical significance

Damage to one hemisphere of the brain can result in a variety of neurological disorders, depending on the specific area affected. For example, damage to the left hemisphere can result in aphasia, a language disorder, while damage to the right hemisphere can result in spatial neglect, a condition in which a person is unable to recognize or respond to stimuli on the left side of their body.

See also

• Brain
• Neuroanatomy
• Neuroscience

References

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