Where the temporal lobe is, in 3D
The temporal lobe lies behind the temples. It processes sound and takes part in language and memory. It is part of the brain and belongs to the nervous system. It lies below the lateral (Sylvian) fissure. The primary auditory cortex sits on its upper surface, and the hippocampus lies deep on its inner side.
Frequently asked questions
Which body system does the temporal lobe belong to?
The temporal lobe belongs to the nervous system. The nervous system divides into the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord) and the peripheral nerves that branch out from it to the whole body.
What else can you see alongside the temporal lobe?
The BAHI BODY 3D model of the brain also shows the frontal lobe, parietal lobe, occipital lobe, cerebellum, brainstem, hippocampus, thalamus and corpus callosum.
Where is the brain?
The brain sits inside the skull and divides into the cerebrum, cerebellum and brainstem.
What forms the upper border of the temporal lobe?
The lateral (Sylvian) fissure, which separates it from the frontal and parietal lobes above.
Other parts of the brain
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