Neuroanatomy- CNS midbrain

Question 1

where is the midbrain located?

Answer 1

at the base of the brain of the spinal cord

Question 2

the midbrain is one of 3 components of the __

Answer 2

brainstem

Question 3

the midbrain connects the __ to the __

Answer 3

forebrain to the hindbrain

Question 4

the midbrain functions as a large relay area for info passing from the __, __ and __ __

Answer 4

cerebrum, cerebellum and spinal cord

Question 5

the midbrain is also a reflex center for __, __ and __ responses

Answer 5

visual, auditory and tactile responses

Question 6

what are the two subdivisions of the midbrain

Answer 6

tectum and tegmentum

Question 7

what does the tectum of the midbrain contain?

Answer 7

superior and inferior colliculi

Question 8

what does the tegmentum contain?

Answer 8

cerebral aqueduct, periaqueductal gray, reticular formation, substantia nigra, red nucleus

Question 9

what division of the brain connects the forebrain and hindbrain and functions as a large relay area for information passing from cerebrum, cerebellum and spinal cord?

Answer 9

midbrain

Question 10

what division of the brain is a reflex center for visual, auditory and tactile responses?

Answer 10

midbrain