mesencephalon

Meanings

• noun

  The midbrain, a part of the brain stem that lies between the pons and the cerebellum. It contains the tectum and the red nucleus.

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Synonyms

midbrain

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Variants

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mesencephala , mesencephalic , mesencephalon , mesencephalons , midbrain , midbrains

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'meso-' meaning 'middle' and '-encephalon' meaning 'brain'.

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Trivia

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1. The mesencephalon is responsible for the reflexive blinking of the eyes in response to a bright light.

2. Damage to the mesencephalon can result in Parkinson's disease.

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1. brainstem: The mesencephalon is a part of the brainstem, which is the lower part of the brain that connects to the spinal cord.

2. cerebellum: The mesencephalon is located above the pons and below the cerebellum, which is the part of the brain responsible for coordinating movement.

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Culture

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In literature, the mesencephalon is sometimes referred to in the context of brain anatomy and function. In the poem 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, the line 'These fragments I have shored against my ruins' is believed to refer to the mesencephalon, as it is the part of the brain that regulates the body's responses to stimuli.

How to Memorize "mesencephalon"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a cross-section of the brain. The mesencephalon is the mid-sized structure located between the pons and the cerebellum.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mesencephalon' with the word 'middle'. Remember that it is the middle part of the brainstem.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'My Mid Brain Stays Calm' to remember the location and function of the mesencephalon.

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