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Biology Question on neural control and coordination

In which part of the human brain corpora quadrigemina is located

A

Midbrain

B

Cerebral hemisphere

C

Forebrain

D

Hindbrain

Answer

Midbrain

Explanation

Solution

The cerebrum is made up of two hemispheres called the cerebral hemispheres. The brain is divided into three parts - forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain.
Forebrain constitutes cerebrum, thalamus and hypothalamus.
Midbrain constitutes the corpora quadrigemina which contains reflex centres involving eye movements and auditory responses.
Hindbrain constitutes the pons, medulla and cerebellum.