Asked by Ma. Fina Sumampong on Jul 03, 2024
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Which of the following controls visual reflexes?
A) Midbrain
B) Pons
C) Thalamus
D) Medulla oblongata
E) Hypothalamus
Visual Reflexes
Involuntary responses to visual stimuli, such as blinking or pupil contraction.
Midbrain
A part of the brainstem involved in vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal (alertness), and temperature regulation.
Pons
A part of the brain located in the brainstem, connecting the medulla oblongata and the thalamus, playing a key role in controlling breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.
- Understand the diverse functionalities and duties assigned to specific parts of the brain.
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Zybrea KnightJul 06, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The midbrain is responsible for controlling visual and auditory reflexes. It contains the superior colliculi, which are involved in visual processing and reflexes, such as the coordination of eye movements and pupil dilation in response to visual stimuli.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the diverse functionalities and duties assigned to specific parts of the brain.