In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Basal Ganglia 2. Connections of Basal Ganglia 3. Function. Meaning of Basal Ganglia: i. It is composed of nuclear groups present in subcortical region. ii. Like cerebellum, this ganglia is involved in muscular activity. iii. Differences between cerebellum and basal ganglia are: a. Cerebellum receives proprioceptive impulses from peripheral part [...]
In this article we will discuss about the subject-matter and functions of vestibular apparatus. Subject-Matter of Vestibular Apparatus: i. Vestibular apparatus is present in inner ear. ii. The three important parts of vestibular apparatus are utricle, saccule and semicircular canals. iii. There are three semicircular canals on the both sides and function as pairs. iv. The three semicircular canals are [...]
In this article we will discuss about the role of motor neuron in central nervous system. The movements of various parts of body should not only be executed, but also must be very much coordinated. It is not just voluntary movement that needs to be controlled; there should be proper regulation even in the case of reflex activities as well. [...]