Question

Name the three important parts of brain.

Answer 1

The three important parts of the brain include

• Cerebrum
• Cerebellum
• Medulla oblongata

Cerebrum

1. The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain.
2. It is divided into two halves, left and right hemispheres.
3. The activities controlled by the cerebrum are thinking, reasoning, intelligence, memory, perception of pain, touch, sound, and taste.

Medulla oblongata

1. The lowest part of the brain, the lowest portion of the brainstem.
2. Regulate the functions of the autonomic nervous system like respiration, heartbeat, and vasodilation.
3. It is also involved in reflexes like vomiting, coughing sneezing, and swallowing.

Cerebellum

1. Is known as little brain
2. Located at the back of the brain
3. It helps with the regulation of motor skills. It helps maintain posture, balance, and equilibrium.