The cerebellum functionally receives information from three other anatomical are

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The cerebellum functionally receives information from three other anatomical areas. Which of the following correctly matches that anatomical area with the type of information received by the cerebellum? Select all that apply. Cerebral cortex rightarrow Proprioception information Muscles & Joints rightarrow Proprioception information Thalamus rightarrow Taste Cerebral cortex rightarrow Voluntary movement information Inner Ear rightarrow Proprioception information Inner ear rightarrow Equilibrium (Balance) information

Explanation / Answer

The anatomical area and the correct flow of information received by the cerebellum is the option: inner ear, equilibrium and balance. As when our cerebellum is damaged our movements become jerky, i.e. unbalanced. Vestibular system a part of the inner ear sends information regarding the position of the head to the cerebellum which is the balance center of the brain.

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