Question

Spinal cord originates from 

(a) cerebrum 

(b) medulla 

(c) pons 

(d) cerebellum

Answer 1

The answer is (b) medulla

• The medulla oblongata or simply medulla is a long stem-like structure which makes up part of the brainstem.
• It is anterior and partially inferior to the cerebellum. 
• It is a cone-shaped neuronal mass responsible for autonomic (involuntary) functions ranging from vomiting to sneezing.