Cerebellum Flashcards

1
Q

Where does the cerebellum principally receives information from

A

Vestibular (coordination, posture and balance)

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What peduncle does the vestibulocochlear tract communicate with

A

Inferior cerebellar peduncle

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The cerebellum coordinates movement and balance attached to the brainstem by 3 peduncles. Injuries to the cerebellar can cause loss of coordination, intention tremors, hypotonia and nystagmus (abnormal eye movements)and more.
What percentage of the brains neurons make up the cerebellum?

A

80%

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