MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An athlete that has amazing coordination and muscle memory has a well-trained ____
A
pons
B
medulla oblongata
C
cerebellum
D
cerebrum
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cerebellum is the primary centre in the brain for coordination for movement and the ability to execute smooth accurate motor response.

Detailed explanation-2: -The cerebellum is at the back of the brain, below the cerebrum. It’s a lot smaller than the cerebrum. But it’s a very important part of the brain. It controls balance, movement, and coordination (how your muscles work together).

Detailed explanation-3: -Muscle memory allows athletes to perform motor functions faster and with greater accuracy without having to think about them. For example, muscle memory lets boxers and martial artists move quickly to evade their opponent without requiring extra time to consciously react.

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