(A) The back of the neck contains the $Medulla \text{ } Oblongata$, which is a part of the $Hindbrain$ and is a vital component of the $CNS$. The $Med

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(A) The back of the neck contains the $Medulla \text{ } Oblongata$, which is a part of the $Hindbrain$ and is a vital component of the $CNS$. The $Medulla \text{ } Oblongata$ contains centers that control involuntary functions such as respiration, cardiovascular activity, and gastric secretions. A severe blow to the back of the neck can damage the $Medulla \text{ } Oblongata$, leading to the failure of these vital centers, which often results in immediate death.

Class 11 Biology Neural Control and Coordination Central Neural System

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If someone receives a blow on the back of the neck, what would be the effect on the person's $CNS$?

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The person will die instantly.
B
The person will lose their memory.
C
The person will have impaired vision.
D
The person will have difficulty in breathing.

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Given below are two statements $:$
Statement-$I$ : The cerebellar hemispheres are connected by a tract of nerve fibres known as the corpus callosum.
Statement-$II$ : The brain stem consists of the midbrain and all parts of the hindbrain.
In the light of the above statements,choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

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Column-$I$ lists the parts of the human brain and column-$II$ lists the functions. Match the two columns and identify the correct choice from those given.
Column-$I$ Column-$II$
$A$. Cerebrum $p$. Controls the pituitary
$B$. Cerebellum $q$. Controls vision and hearing
$C$. Hypothalamus $r$. Controls the rate of heart
$D$. Midbrain $s$. Seat of intelligence
$t$. Maintains body posture

Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$A$. Cerebrum	$p$. Controls the pituitary
$B$. Cerebellum	$q$. Controls vision and hearing
$C$. Hypothalamus	$r$. Controls the rate of heart
$D$. Midbrain	$s$. Seat of intelligence
	$t$. Maintains body posture