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What structure means bridge?

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Anonymous

14y ago
Updated: 8/19/2019

The Pons is normally called the "Bridge" because it connects many parts of the brain. It connects the cerebrum and cerebellum and two sides of cerebellum. Contains mostly white matter and contains 2 respiratory reflex centers - involved in regulating depth and rate of breathing. All motor and sensory pathways go through here and connects various parts of the brain.

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14y ago

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