Q6
1 markMCQSection Section A

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 BrainName
(a)Fore brainCerebrum
(b)Mid brainHypothalamus
(c)Hind brainCerebellum
(d)Hind brainMedulla

Control and Coordination
Human Brain

Options

(a)(a)
(b)(b)
(c)(c)
(d)(d)
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.

cerebellumhind brainvoluntary actionsposturebalance

Marking Scheme

  • 11 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.

Analysis & 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.

Common Mistakes

  1. 1confusing cerebellum with cerebrum
  2. 2thinking that medulla is responsible for voluntary actions

Interesting Facts

The cerebellum is also involved in learning new motor skills.

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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.