of the
Rhombencephalon
The hindbrain
Brain
Posterior part of the brain
Includes Medulla, Pons, and Cerebellum
Functions: maintaining balance, equilibrium, movement coordination, conduction of
sensory information, control of autonomic functions (breathing, heart rate, digestion)
Mesencephalon
The midbrain (smallest section of brain)
Acts as a relay station of auditory and visual information