Question

The spinal cord originates from

• A. cerebrum
• B. medulla
• C. pons
• D. cerebellum

Answer 1

The correct option is B

medulla

The correct option is option B.

Explanation of the correct option :

1. The spinal cord emerges from the medulla ( medulla oblongata ) as it connects the brain to the spinal cord.
2. The medulla, which connects to numerous parts of the brain and spinal cord, is the brainstem's innermost structural element.
3. The medulla regulates autonomic processes like heart and blood vessel function, digestion, swallowing, and sneezing, among others.

Explanation of the incorrect option :

Option A :

The midbrain attaches the cerebrum to the deeper portion of the brain and the spinal cord.

Option C :

Pons is the portion of the midbrain. It transmits signals from the forebrain to the cerebellum.

Option D :

The cerebellum is a part of the hindbrain.

Final Answer:

The spinal cord emerges from Medulla.