Question

Spinal Cord originates from which part of the brain?

• A. Cerebellum
• B. Medulla
• C. Pons
• D. Cerebrum

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Medulla

From Medulla Spinal cord originates. Medulla controls various involuntary actions such as heartbeat, breathing, blood pressure and peristaltic movements of alimentary canal. Medulla is also the controlling centre for reflexes such as swallowing, coughing, sneezing, secretion of saliva and vomiting.