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प्रश्न
What is the function of the red nucleus?
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उत्तर
Near the centre of the midbrain is a mass of grey matter scattered within the white matter. It is called the red nucleus. It plays an important role in controlling posture and muscle tone, modifying some motor activities, and motor coordination.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
State the different types of neurons.
The junction between two adjacent neurons is called :
(a) nerve junction
(b) sensory junction
(c) synapse
(d) neuro-muscular joint
In a synapse, chemical signal is transmitted from :
(a) axon to cell body of the same neuron
(b) cell body to axon end of the same neuron
(c) dendrite end of one neuron to axon end of adjacent neuron
(d) axon end of one neuron to dendrite end of adjacent neuron
With the help of a suitable diagram describe the structure of a neuron.
Describe the two parts of the nervous system.
Differentiate between following pair with reference to the aspect in bracket.
sympathetic nervous system and para – sympathetic nervous system (overall effect on body)
Name the following:
Cavity in which brain is situated.
Choose the Odd One Out:
Which is the ninth cranial nerve in humans?
______ is also known as duct of Sylvius.
