Question
Q.144. Matching the regions with their respective structures:
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Inferior colliculus
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Superior cerebellar peduncle
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Middle cerebellar peduncle
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Inferior cerebellar peduncle
| A. |
A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4 |
| B. |
A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3 |
| C. |
A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1 |
| D. |
A-4, B-1, C-3, D-2 |
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Correct Answer � A Explanation |
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– A corresponds to Inferior colliculus: The inferior colliculus is a part of the midbrain involved in auditory processing, located superior to the superior cerebellar peduncle.
– B corresponds to Superior cerebellar peduncle: This is the major efferent pathway from the cerebellum to the midbrain, found superiorly in the brainstem.
– C corresponds to Middle cerebellar peduncle: This is the largest cerebellar peduncle, carrying afferent fibers from the pons to the cerebellum, located laterally.
– D corresponds to Inferior cerebellar peduncle: It connects the medulla to the cerebellum, carrying afferent and some efferent fibers, located inferiorly.