Question

While playing cricket, the ball hit a boy’s head. He immediately vomited and felt difficulty to breath. 

1. Identify the part of brain affected. 

2. Give the function of the affected part.

Answer 1

1. Medulla oblongata 

2. The medulla oblongata contains several centres which regulate heartbeat, respiration salivation, vomiting, etc. It carries the nerve fibers which connect the spinal cord and cerebrum.