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The midbrain processes sensory and motor information and helps in visual and auditory reflexes.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Sensory Organs - Ear - Structure and Physiology of Hearing and Balance
Afferent neurons transmit sensory information from receptors to the CNS.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Sensory Organs - Ear - Structure and Physiology of Hearing and Balance
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) controls involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and glandular secretions.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Sensory Organs - Ear - Structure and Physiology of Hearing and Balance
Neurotransmitters can be either excitatory (e.g., glutamate) or inhibitory (e.g., GABA), depending on their function.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Sensory Organs - Eye - Structure and Physiology of Vision
Dendrites receive signals from other neurons and transmit them to the cell body.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Sensory Organs - Eye - Structure and Physiology of Vision
Neurons are highly specialized cells that transmit electrical and chemical signals but have a limited ability to divide.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Sensory Organs - Eye - Structure and Physiology of Vision
The central nervous system (CNS) processes information and coordinates appropriate responses for the body.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous System - Cranial and Spinal Nerves
The limbic system is involved in emotional regulation, motivation, and memory formation.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous System - Cranial and Spinal Nerves
The hippocampus is essential for memory formation and spatial navigation.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Central Nervous System - Brain - Midbrain and Hindbrain
The cerebellum is responsible for coordination and balance, while breathing and digestion are controlled by the medulla oblongata.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Central Nervous System - Brain - Midbrain and Hindbrain
The cerebellum is responsible for coordination, balance, and movement, but digestion and metabolism are regulated by the hypothalamus and medulla oblongata.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Central Nervous System - Brain - Midbrain and Hindbrain
The brainstem regulates involuntary functions but does not control higher cognitive functions, which are managed by the cerebrum.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Biology Chapter 18: Neural Control and Coordination Central Nervous System - Brain - Midbrain and Hindbrain
