What is the purpose for the cerebellum?

Answer 1

The cerebellum is involved in the coordination of voluntary motor movement, balance and equilibrium and muscle tone. It is located just above the brain stem and toward the back of the brain. It is relatively well protected from trauma compared to the frontal and temporal lobes and brain stem.

Answer 2

it coordinates muscle movement and helps maintain balance.

Answer 3

part of the hind-brain that controls balance and maintains muscle coordination.

Answer 4

The cerebellum is responsible for relaying messages about posture, equilibrium, movement and fine motor skills such as writing or catching a ball.

Answer 5

The cerebellum is a small area in the back of the brain that is important in sensory perception and coordination of voluntary movement and motor control (such as posture and balance).

Answer 6

The purpose of a cerebellum is muscle coordination and balance, not to be confused for the cerebrum which controls creativity and critical thinking.