Cerebellum Flashcards
1
Q
what does the cerebellum consist of?
A
two mounds of folded tissue posterior to the brainstem
2
Q
how is the Cerebellum connected to the brainstem?
A
by three peduncles (bands of neurones)
3
Q
what is the function of the cerebellum?
A
motor functions, motor leaning e.g. like riding a bike
4
Q
where does the cerebellum receive inputs from?
A
ascending sensory pathways from the body, descending motor pathways from the cerebrum and other information from the brainstem
