Walking in a straight line and riding a bicycle are the activities which are possible due to a part of the brain. Choose the correct location and name of this part from the given table :
Table:
Part of the Brain Name (a) Fore brain Cerebrum (b) Mid brain Hypothalamus (c) Hind brain Cerebellum (d) Hind brain Medulla
Walking in a straight line and riding a bicycle are the activities which are possible due to a part of the brain. Choose the correct location and name of this part from the given table :
Table:
| Part of the Brain | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| (a) | Fore brain | Cerebrum |
| (b) | Mid brain | Hypothalamus |
| (c) | Hind brain | Cerebellum |
| (d) | Hind brain | Medulla |
Options
Official answer
The correct location and name of the part of the brain responsible for walking in a straight line and riding a bicycle is (c) Hind brain - Cerebellum.
Marking scheme
- 1.1 mark
Hint
The cerebellum is involved in the coordination of movements.
Quick oral answer
The cerebellum is located in the hind brain and is responsible for the coordination of movements, including walking in a straight line and riding a bicycle.
Common mistakes
- 1.confusing cerebellum with cerebrum
- 2.thinking that medulla is responsible for voluntary actions
Analysis and explanation
The cerebellum is responsible for precision of voluntary actions and maintaining the posture and balance of the body. It is located in the hind brain.
Interesting facts
The cerebellum is also involved in learning new motor skills.
Question details
Q6 of 39 questions
- Board
- CBSE
- Class
- Class 10
- Subject
- Science
- Year
- 2023
- Section
- Section Section A
- Marks
- 1
- Type
- MCQ
- Chapter
- Control and Coordination
- Topic
- Human Brain
- Bloom's level
- Remembering
- Syllabus topic
- Control and Coordination
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Frequently asked questions
How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2023?
This question carries 1 mark in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 examination.
Which chapter does this question come from in Science?
This question is from the chapter "Control and Coordination" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.
What topic does this question cover in Science?
This question covers the topic "Human Brain" from CBSE Class 10 Science.
What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 paper?
This is a MCQ question from Section Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 paper.