Cerebellum Anatomy and Functions

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What is the main input for the Flocculonodular lobe?

The vestibular apparatus

Which part of the cerebellum is referred to as the 'archicerebellum'?

The Flocculonodular lobe

Where is the anterior lobe located relative to the primary fissure?

Anterior

Which syndrome is characterized by gait instability and loss of coordination mainly in the lower limbs?

<p>Anterior lobe syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main functionally distinguishing feature of the posterior lobe of the cerebellum?

<p>It has strong connections with the cerebral cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lobe of the cerebellum is associated with having major inputs from spinal connections of the limbs?

<p>Anterior lobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

What other name is given to the anterior lobe based on its evolutionary history?

<p>Paleocerebellum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the cerebellum is involved in coordinating balance and eye movements?

<p>Flocculonodular lobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the cerebellar area primarily connected to the cerebral cortex?

<p>Neocerebellum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which anatomical subdivision of the cerebellum is considered the newest part evolutionarily?

<p>Neocerebellum</p> Signup and view all the answers

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