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Q: What is Division of brain situated above medulla oblongata?
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What is the location of the medulla?

The inside of an organ. <><><> Above is correct. ONE reference may be to a part of the brain- the medulla oblongata.


Secetion of brain directly above the spinal cord?

the portion above the spinal cord ( which is included in the hind brain) is called the medulla oblongata. it controls many involuntary processes like breathing, blood pressure and heart beat. all the communication between the brain and the spinal cord is done through the medulla oblongata.


Where is the medulla oblongata is locate?

It located in the lowest portion of the brain. It is connected to the spinal cord below, and the pons above.


What structure is part of the brainstem?

The main parts of the brain stem are the medulla oblongata (myelencephalon), pons (part of metencephalon), and midbrain (mesencephalon). There are also many other structures such as various nuclei and neuronal pathways.


How does the medulla connect to the brain?

The medull oblongata is connected directly above the begining of the brain stem and below the pons, it is part of what is known as the lower brain. It also contains the heart control centre


What does the medulla connect to?

Is connected to the top of the spinal cord and the bottom of the brain.


Where is the respiratory center of the brain located?

This is actually located in the brainstem in particular the medulla oblongata. This is the primitive part of the brain which we have no "concious" control over (it is autonomic) and ensures that we breathe above all costs (i.e. you can't forcibly hold your breath and suffocate yourself). This part of the brain however can be influenced by other parts of the brain which we do have control over.


Where is cerebellum found?

the cerebellum is found at the back of the head, that means it is above the medulla.


Where is Antarctica situated above or below the equator?

Antarctica is situated below the equator at the South Pole.


Where are a whales eyes situated?

Whales eyes are situated just above and behind the gape of the mouth.


What is the combining form for the bridge between the medulla and rest of the brain?

The bridge between the medulla and rest of the brain is PONS. It connects mid brain above with medulla below. All these three structures constitute whate is called brainstem.


Which part of your brain controls breathing heartbeat and other functions necessary for life?

The medulla is the lower (or caudal) part of the brainstem, which is just above the spinal cord. Within the medulla are the "vital centers" that control respiration, heart rate, and vascular pressures. The medulla also has many other functions as well.