NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

BRAIN

CRANIAL NERVES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata are housed in the
A
diencephalon
B
hypothalamus
C
brain stem
D
cerebellum
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The brainstem is the structure that connects the cerebrum of the brain to the spinal cord and cerebellum. It is composed of three sections in descending order: the midbrain, pons, and medulla oblongata.

Detailed explanation-2: -The brain stem is the stalk-like structure at the bottom portion of the brain that connects the brain and spinal cord. Pons, medulla oblongata, and the midbrain collectively form the brain stem.

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