parietal lobe
US /pəˈraɪ.ɪ.təl loʊb/
UK /pəˈraɪ.ɪ.təl loʊb/
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the part of the brain that processes sensory information, such as touch, temperature, and pain, and integrates it with other sensory inputs
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Damage to the parietal lobe can affect a person's ability to recognize objects by touch.
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The parietal lobe plays a crucial role in spatial awareness and navigation.