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'''Cortex''' is the outer layer of the brain. The human brain cortex is divided into four lobes: the [[frontal lobe]], [[parietal lobe]], [[temporal lobe]], and [[occipital lobe]]. Each of these lobes is responsible for different functions. 

== Anatomy of the Cortex ==

The cortex is the largest part of the human brain, associated with higher brain function such as thought and action. The cerebral cortex is divided into four sections, called "lobes": the [[frontal lobe]], [[parietal lobe]], [[temporal lobe]], and [[occipital lobe]].

=== Frontal Lobe ===

Located at the front of the brain, the [[frontal lobe]] is responsible for higher level cognitive functions and control of voluntary movement or activity.

=== Parietal Lobe ===

The [[parietal lobe]] is located in the middle section of the brain and is associated with processing tactile sensory information such as pressure, touch, and pain.

=== Temporal Lobe ===

Situated beneath the lateral fissure on both cerebral hemispheres of the mammalian brain, the [[temporal lobe]] plays an important role in processing affect/emotions, language, and certain aspects of visual perception.

=== Occipital Lobe ===

The [[occipital lobe]] is located at the back portion of the brain and is associated with interpreting visual stimuli and information.

== Functions of the Cortex ==

The cortex plays a key role in memory, attention, perceptual awareness, thought, language, and consciousness. It is divided into two main types: sensory areas and motor areas. The sensory areas are the areas that receive and process information from the senses. The motor areas control the execution of voluntary movements.

== Disorders of the Cortex ==

Damage to the cortex can lead to a number of neurological disorders, including [[Alzheimer's disease]], [[Parkinson's disease]], and [[epilepsy]]. Treatment for these disorders can involve medication, surgery, and physical therapy.

== See Also ==

* [[Brain]]
* [[Neurology]]
* [[Neuroscience]]

[[Category:Neurology]]
[[Category:Anatomy]]
[[Category:Brain]]

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