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What makes up the CNS?

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Brain and spinal chord

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What is the brain stem?

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Located at the base of the brain
Basic, physiological functions, including automatic behaviours such as breathing and swallowing

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What is the cerebellum?

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Located just above brain stem
Monitors and regulates motor behaviour

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What is the cerebrum?

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Largest part of the brain (85%)
Split into two cerebral hemispheres that work together to produce various functions, such as voluntary behaviours, speech, cognitive thinking

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