ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which part of the brain controls balance?
A
cerebellum
B
heart
C
lungs
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cerebellum is a small region at the back of the brain. It is the largest part of hind brain . The cerebellum controls smooth, coordinated movements, helps to maintain muscle tone, posture, and balance.

Detailed explanation-2: -The flocculonodular lobe. It is the oldest part of the brain in evolutionary terms (archicerebellum) and participates mainly in balance and spatial orientation. Its primary connections are with the vestibular nuclei, although it also receives visual and other sensory input.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cerebellum: Sensing how to balance.

Detailed explanation-4: -The cerebellum is important for movement control and plays a particularly crucial role in balance and locomotion. As such, one of the most characteristic signs of cerebellar damage is walking ataxia.

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