Q. Match the parts of the brain given in column I with the functions performed by them given in column II and select the correct option from the codes given below.
No. Part No. Function
I The part forming the major part of the brain i Maintenance of balance and equilibrium
II The part situated at the base of the thalamus ii Responsible for motor, sensory and intersensory associations
III The part with a median lobe called the vermis iii Has centers for control of activities like respiration, gastric secretions, etc.
IV The part which connects with the spinal cord iv Control of body temperature and the urge for eating and drinking

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Solution:

The part which forms the major part of the brain is the cerebrum. It has areas responsible for motor, sensory and intersensory associations. The part situated at the base of thalamus is the hypothalamus. It controls body temperature and the urge for eating and drinking. The part with a median lobe called vermis is the cerebellum. It is responsible for maintaining the balance and equilibrium of the body.The part of brain which connects with the spinal cord is the medulla oblongata. It has areas which control activities like respiration, gastric secretions and cardiovascular reflexes.