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Ovis Brain - Metencephalon & Myelencephalon
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Biology
Undergraduate 3
06/16/2009

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Cerebellum
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Integrates info from inner ear, lateral line, vision etc. to control equilibrium and modifies movements to produce proper timing, coordination and balance (folia and sulci increase its surface area)
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pons
Definition
connects motor portions of the cerebrum with the cerebellum
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medulla oblongata
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controls respiration, blood pressure, swallowing, vomiting, and defecation
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fourth ventricle (mostly with medulla)
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produces cerebrospinal fluid used to bathe and cushion the brain
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