MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Links the cerebral cortex and cerebellum
A
Medulla oblongata
B
Pons
C
Midbrain
D
Thalamus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The brainstem is the structure that connects the cerebrum of the brain to the spinal cord and cerebellum.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cerebrocerebellum. The cerebrocerebellum is the largest functional subdivision of the human cerebellum, comprising the lateral hemispheres and the dentate nuclei. Its name derives from its extensive connections with the cerebral cortex, via the pontine nuclei (afferents) and the VL thalamus (efferents).

Detailed explanation-3: -The pons is a portion of the hindbrain, that connects the cerebral cortex with the medulla oblongata. the function of the pons is to relay signals from the cerebellum to the cerebrum (connects spinal cord to brain) and in addition deals with deep sleep, respiratory regulation and a whole lot of other functions.

Detailed explanation-4: -Pons – The primary role of the pons is to serve as a bridge between various parts of the nervous system, including the cerebellum and cerebrum.

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