Midbrain Flashcards
1
Q
Size of midbrain
A
2 cm long
2
Q
Location of midbrain in cranium
A
Posterior cranial fossa
3
Q
What nuclei do you find in the midbrain
A
Substantial nigra Red nucleus reflex center cranial nerve three cranial nerve 4 conduit for ascending and descending tracts
4
Q
What feature do you find on the Internet interior external surface of the midbrain
A
The two cerebral peduncles
The interpeduncular Fossa
Posterior perforated substance
5
Q
Length of midbrain
A
2 cm
6
Q
Nuclei in midbrain
A
Cranial nerve three cranial nerve 4 red nucleus substantia nigra reflex center
