The largest portion of the brain is

Meninges

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Cerebellum

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Medulla oblongata

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Cerebrum

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Solution

The correct option is D
Cerebrum

The cerebrum is the largest part of the human brain. It makes up about two-thirds of the brain's mass. It is further divided into two distinct hemispheres - the right and the left hemisphere. The cerebrum is associated with higher brain functions such as thought and action.

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Q. Draw a labelled diagram showing the vertical section of the human brain. State two functions each of the cerebrum, cerebellum and medulla oblongata

Q. Explain the functions of :
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Medulla

Which one of the following pairs of brain part and its function is not correctly matched ?

(a) cerebrum - memory

(b) cerebellum -balance of body

(d) Pons - consciousness

Q. Cerebellum, medulla oblongata and pons are the part of

Look at following matches:

1. Spinal Cord - Reflex action
2. Cerebrum - Thinking, Decision making
3. Cerebellum - Controls heartbeat
4. Medulla oblongata - Controls cardiac centre

Which of the given matches are correct?

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