Motor Region (Noun)
Meaning
The cortical area that influences motor movements.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The motor region in the cerebral cortex is responsible for processing signals that enable voluntary movements.
- Damage to the motor region can result in paralysis or muscle weakness.
- Studies have shown that the motor region is highly developed in individuals with exceptional motor skills.
- The motor region works in conjunction with other areas of the brain to coordinate complex movements.
- A neurosurgeon must carefully avoid damaging the motor region during a surgical procedure to prevent any loss of motor function.