Ask a Teacher

Search



explan the medullaoblagata
The medulla oblongata is a portion of the hindbrain that controls autonomic functions such as breathing, digestion, heart and blood vessel function, swallowing and sneezing. Motor and sensory neurons from the midbrain and forebrain travel through the medulla. As a part of the brainstem, the medulla oblongata helps in the transferring of messages between various parts of the brain and the spinal cord.The medulla oblongata is involved in several functions of the body including::

    Control of Autonomic Functions
    Relay of Nerve Signals Between the Brain and Spinal Cord
    Coordination of Body Movements


comments powered by Disqus