Divisions of the Brain

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Metencephalon

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Function:

• Arousal
• Balance
• Cardiac Reflexes
• Circulation
• Fine Muscle Movement
• Muscle Tone maintenance
• Sleep

Location:

• The metencephalon is located below the posterior portion of the cerebrum and above the medulla oblongata.

Structures:

• The metencephalon is the division of the hindbrain that consists of the pons and the cerebellum.

Images:

• Metencephalon: Cerebellum - Anterior Surface

• Metencephalon: Pons and Cerebellum - Sagittal Section

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For additional information see:

• The Cerebellum

• The Pons

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