Asked by
Harsh Pathak
on Dec 24, 2024Verified
Jennifer has been diagnosed with spinocerebellar degeneration. The first stage of the disease involves tremors and unsteady gate. In the later stages, she will be unable to stand, walk, and will be uncoordinated in her movements. This disease affects the part of the brain called the ________.
A) hippocampus
B) amygdala
C) cerebellum
D) cerebral cortex
Spinocerebellar Degeneration
A progressive genetic or acquired condition in which the cerebellum, which coordinates muscle movements, gradually atrophies leading to issues with mobility and coordination.
Cerebellum
Located at the skull's posterior, this brain area is vital for the regulation of movement, coordination, precise execution, and the timing of motor activities.
Hippocampus
A region of the brain that is associated with memory formation, organization, and storage.
- Understand the structure and function of the brain's motor coordination centers.
Verified Answer
AC
Learning Objectives
- Understand the structure and function of the brain's motor coordination centers.