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=PARTS OF THE BRAIN=

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medulla oblongata-
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 * Controls involuntary actions
 * Located where the brain exits the skull through the foramen magnum of the occipital bone
 * centers for regulating respiration actions
 * regulates heartrate

Cerebellum- []
 * Cordinates sensory input ant movement
 * Important for balance and cordination

Hypothalamus- []
 * Part of the Diencephalon
 * Major regulator of homeostasis (ex. hunger and fullness)

Pineal Gland- []
 * Part of the Diencephalon
 * Maintains the body clock
 * Secretes melatonin which is important in our sleep wake cycle