MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which part of the brain is responsible for motor control (movement)?
A
cerebrum
B
cerebellum
C
medulla
D
pons
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cerebellum can also be divided by function. There are three functional areas of the cerebellum – the cerebrocerebellum, the spinocerebellum and the vestibulocerebellum. Cerebrocerebellum – the largest division, formed by the lateral hemispheres. It is involved in planning movements and motor learning.

Detailed explanation-2: -Instead-like the basal ganglia-the cerebellum influences movements by modifying the activity patterns of the upper motor neurons. In fact, the cerebellum sends prominent projections to virtually all upper motor neurons.

Detailed explanation-3: -The cerebellum is the part of the brain that is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements. It is also responsible for a number of functions including motor skills such as balance, coordination, and posture.

Detailed explanation-4: -The portion of the brain in the back of the head between the cerebrum and the brain stem. The cerebellum controls balance for walking and standing, and other complex motor functions. Anatomy of the brain, showing the cerebrum, cerebellum, brain stem, and other parts of the brain.

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