A. Cerebrum
• the largest part of the brain.
• numerous fissures and folds are seen.
• The grey coloured outer part of cerebrum is called Cortex and the white coloured inner part is called Medulla.
• centre of thought, intelligence, memory and imagination.
• evokes sensations.
• controls voluntary movements.
B. Cerebellum

• the second largest part of the brain
• seen behind the cerebrum as two flaps.
• fissures and grooves are present.
• coordinates muscular activities and maintains equilibrium of the body.
C. Medulla oblongata
• the rod shaped medulla oblongata is seen below the cerebrum, located near the cerebellum.
• controls involuntary actions like heart beat, breathing etc.
D. Thalamus
• situated below the cerebrum.
• acts as relay station of impulses to and from the cerebrum.
• analyses impulses from various parts of the body and sends the important ones to the cerebrum
E. Hypothalamus
• situated just below the thalamus.
• plays a major role in the maintenance of homeostasis
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