Term

A

Definition

Pons ("bridge") connects hindbrain to brain; helps to coordinate movement and control sleep

Term

B

Definition

medulla controls automatic processes of autonomous ner. system such as breathing, blood pressure, and heart rate.

Term

C

Definition

cerebellum ("little brain") recieves messages from structures in ear to control balance, coordination, motor skills; also for movement memories (H.M could learn new tasks but not new explicit memories)