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12. The pathway carrying ascending sensory impulses and descending motor impulses between the brain and spinal cord passes mainly through the

A. Brain stem
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B. Cerebral cortex
C. Corpus callosum
D. Meninges

📝 Explanation

The brain stem serves as the main conduction pathway connecting the brain with the spinal cord while also housing vital autonomic centers.

📖 Additional Information

  • Brain stem
  • Cerebral cortex
  • Corpus callosum
  • Meninges

The brain stem serves as the main conduction pathway connecting the brain with the spinal cord while also housing vital autonomic centers.

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