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The heart is a muscle with it's own ability to create electrical impulse via the sinoatrial node (SA node) that lies in the right atrium. The impulses generated by the SA node are very regular and constant. However, the SA node can be sped up or slowed down by autonomic nerve impulses that come from the brainstem. The brainstem is told how to change the heart rate by information from the hypothalamus. Thus, although the heart controls its own heartbeat, it can be modified as necessary under the control of the brainstem and hypothalamus.
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∙ 15y agoYes. The Medulla Oblangata in the brain stem controls heart rate, although the heart functions by electrical activity.
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∙ 12y agocontrol of reflexes and such essential internal mechanisms as respiration and heartbeat.
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∙ 12y agoThe second largest and important part of the brain, i.e Cerebellum controlls almost all body functions like heart beat,respiration,digestion..
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∙ 12y agoThe whole human body
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∙ 11y agoIs control by medulla ,
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What part of the brain is reticular formation?
Inside the brainstem
The brainstem is to arousal as the limbic system is to?
The brainstem is to arousal as the limbic system is to emotion.
What is brainstem?
The core of the brain - where the spinal cord attaches. Its also the thalamus - the oldest part of the brain (and the only part in old life forms like sharks).
What is the section of the human encephalon which comprises the pons cerebellum and medulla?
These two structures are located in the brainstem which is the most posterior part of the brain.
The part of the newborn brain that is the least develped?
The newborn baby functions mostly at the subcortical level. Cortical functions are not well developed at birth.
What part of the brainstem has nerve centers that control many vital processes?
medulla oblongata
What is the heart's control center called?
Medulla oblongata, the lower part of the brainstem.
Does the brainstem control your sense of balance?
yes
Does the brainstem control heart rhythm and breathing?
no
What part of the brain is reticular formation?
Inside the brainstem
Are the cerebral hemispheres part of the brainstem?
No.
What is an enlarged part of the brainstem?
medulla
What is the most ancient part of the brain?
The brainstem...
What is the name of the breathing control center?
the brainstem.
What part of the body controls functions like breathing and heartbeat?
BRAINSTEM The medulla (located in the lower half of the brainstem).
Which part of the brainstem houses the reflex centers for respiration and cardiovascular functioning?
The part of the brainstem that houses the reflex centers for respiration and cardiovascular functioning is the medulla oblongata.
What part of the brainstem literally means bridge?
The pons
