The Human brain has three major parts or regions. They are
a) Forebrain
b) Midbrain
c) Hindbrain
Functions of Forebrain:
1. Thinking part of the brain
2. Control the voluntary actions.
3. Store information (Memory)
4. Centre associated with hunger.
5. Receives sensory impulses from various body parts and integrates it.
Functions of Midbrain :
Hypothalamus: Chemical coordination
Pituitary Gland: Secretes hormones
Functions of Hindbrain :
Cerebellum:
i) Controls posture and balance
ii) Control precision of voluntary actions
Medulla: Controls involuntary actions eg. blood pressure, salivation, vomiting.
Pons: Involuntary action, regulation of respiration.