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Briefly describe the structure of the cerebellum in human brain and mention its functions.

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  • The cerebellum is a small structure of the brain that is located under the cerebrum.
  • This part of the brain is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements.
  • It is also responsible for a number of functions including balance the body and coordinate muscular activities.
  • It modulates commands to motor neurons to compensate for shifts in body position or changes in load upon muscles.

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