Question

Which part of the hind brain is known as life of the brain. AIMPT PRE 2010
1. Cerebellum
2. Pons
3. Medulla Oblongata
4. None of the above​

Answer 1

Answer:

Correct answer is option 3

Explanation:

Medulla Oblongata is known as life of the brain because it control most of the vital activities of the body.

Extra Information:

1. It is the posterior part of the brain which is tubular and have cylindrical shape.

2. Spinal cord is connected to the medulla part of the brain.

Some basic functions

1. It is the centre of many vital activities like respiration, gastric secretion and cardiovascular reflexes.

2. It controls unconditional reflexes like sneezing reflex, coughing reflex, swallowing reflex, vomiting reflex etc. are the some reflexes which is controlled by medulla oblongata.

Answer 2

Answer:

Medulla Oblongata

Explanation:

Medulla It controls all the involuntary actions such as blood pressure, salivation etc.

Whereas Cerebrum Control the posture and balance of the body & precision voluntary actions.

Pons they regulate the process of respiration.