Chapter 18

NCERT
Class 11
Biology
Solutions
Briefly describe the structure of the brain?

Question:

Briefly describe the structure of the brain?

Answer:

The human brain is a complex organ that controls all activities of the body. It is divided into three main parts:

  • Forebrain: Includes the cerebrum, thalamus, and hypothalamus. Responsible for thinking, memory, emotions, and sensory processing.
  • Midbrain: Acts as a relay center for sensory and motor signals. Controls eye movement and auditory/visual reflexes.
  • Hindbrain: Includes cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata. Controls balance, posture, and involuntary actions like breathing and heartbeat.

Key Points to Know:

  • Protected by skull and meninges.
  • Contains billions of neurons connected via synapses.
  • Cerebrum is the largest part and highly developed in humans.

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