Question
Split-brain research, particularly the work of Roger Sperry, has shown that when the corpus callosum is severed, the two hemispheres of the brain
a
Are unable to process sensory information from the opposite side of the body.
b
Experience complete loss of function in one hemisphere.
c
Can still communicate through the brainstem.
d
No longer communicate effectively, leading to independent functioning of each hemisphere.
a
Are unable to process sensory information from the opposite side of the body.
b
Experience complete loss of function in one hemisphere.
c
Can still communicate through the brainstem.
d
No longer communicate effectively, leading to independent functioning of each hemisphere.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is:
d. No longer communicate effectively, leading to independent functioning of each hemisphere.
Roger Sperry's split-brain research demonstrated that when the corpus callosum is severed, the two brain hemispheres can operate independently and may exhibit different functions and responses due to the lack of communication between them.
d. No longer communicate effectively, leading to independent functioning of each hemisphere.
Roger Sperry's split-brain research demonstrated that when the corpus callosum is severed, the two brain hemispheres can operate independently and may exhibit different functions and responses due to the lack of communication between them.