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frontal gyrus

 

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Noun frontal gyrus has 1 sense
  1. frontal gyrus - any of the convolutions of the outer surface of the frontal lobe of the cerebrum
    --1 is a kind of
    gyrus, convolution
    --1 is a part of frontal lobe

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Frontal Gyrus


Description:

The frontal gyrus is a part of the cerebral cortex, located in the frontal lobe of the brain. It plays a critical role in several important cognitive functions and is involved in decision-making, problem-solving, language production, and voluntary movement control.

Sense 1 - Noun:

The frontal gyrus refers to any of the numerous convolutions or folds on the surface of the frontal lobe.

Example Sentence: The frontal gyrus is responsible for executive functions, such as planning and organizing complex tasks.

Sense 2 - Noun:

In neuroanatomy, the frontal gyrus specifically refers to the precentral gyrus, also known as the primary motor cortex, located in the frontal lobe.

Example Sentence: Stimulation of the frontal gyrus can elicit muscle contractions and specific movements.

Sense 3 - Noun:

In psychology, the frontal gyrus is associated with higher-level thinking, reasoning, and personality traits.

Example Sentence: Damage to the frontal gyrus can result in changes in personality and impaired decision-making abilities.

Sense 4 - Adjective:

The term "frontal gyrus" can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to or associated with the frontal gyrus.

Example Sentence: The study revealed abnormal frontal gyrus activity in individuals with schizophrenia.

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