The Anatomy of the Brain

The Cerebellum

Sometimes referred to as the "little brain," the cerebellum lies on top of the pons, behind the brain stem. The cerebellum is comprised of small lobes and receives information from the balance system of the inner ear, sensory nerves, and the auditory and visual systems. It is involved in the coordination of motor movements as well as basic facets of memory and learning.

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• Introduction to the Brain - The Cerebral Cortex
• The Four Lobes
• The Brain Stem
• The Midbrain
• The Cerebellum
• The Thalamus
• The Hypothalamus
• The Limbic System
• The Basal Ganglia