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Medulla Oblongata
The medulla oblongata is the most inferior portion of the brain, and it is the connecting link with the spinal cord.
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What structure in the brainstem is required for life?
The entire brainstem is required for life.
Explain the expression brainstem as an anatomical term?
The Brainstem is the lower extension of the brain where it connects to the spinal cord.
Portion of the brainstem composed of myelinated nerve fibers that connects to the cerebellum?
pons
What is the main job of the lower part of the brainstem?
The lower portion of the Brain Stem is called the Medulla Oblongata. Its job is to control Cardiac and Respiratory Centers and deals with autonomic and involuntary functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.
What is the structure that is located above the brainstem and serves as a relay station for information flowing into or out of the forebrain is called?
Thalamus
What structure in the brainstem is required for life?
The entire brainstem is required for life.
The stalk like portion of the brain?
Brainstem
What is the most inferior portion of the brain?
The brainstem is the most inferior portion of the brain.
What is the most inferior portion of the brainstem called?
CRANIUM
What brain part controls the swallowing?
It is the medulla oblongata that controls swallowing. It also controls functions such as breathing and blood pressure. It is the lower portion of the brainstem.
What part of the brain controls swallowing?
It is the medulla oblongata that controls swallowing. It also controls functions such as breathing and blood pressure. It is the lower portion of the brainstem.
Structure located inferior to the brainstem?
Spinal cord......
What is the structure of the brainstem?
Pons, mid-brain and medulla
Explain the expression brainstem as an anatomical term?
The Brainstem is the lower extension of the brain where it connects to the spinal cord.
What part of the body controls functions like breathing and heartbeat?
BRAINSTEM The medulla (located in the lower half of the brainstem).
Portion of the brainstem composed of myelinated nerve fibers that connects to the cerebellum?
pons
What is the name of the large brain structure behind the brainstem?
pons
