Question

Distinguish between the following :

Cerebrum and cerebellum

Answer 1

Cerebrum	Cerebellum
1. The cerebrum is the larger part forming 85% of the brain. It has four lobes.	1. The cerebellum is the smaller part forming 11%. of the brain. It has three lobes.
2. The cerebrum coordinates the functions of the sensory and motor areas.	2. The cerebellum coordinates the equilibrium of muscular movements during walking and running.
3. The cerebrum plays an important role in receiving the sensory impulses such as touch, pain, heat, cold, etc.	3. The cerebellum plays an important role in maintaining the posture and balance of the body.
4. The cerebrum is concerned with higher mental faculties such as memory, will and intelligence.	4. The cerebellum is concerned with muscular mechanism.