Biology : PU-CET (U.G) 2017 Panjab University Entrance Exam With Answers

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20.

Pons Varolii Forms The Part Of :

A: Mid Brain

B: Optic Thalmi

C: Cerebellum

D: Cerebrum

The answer is: C

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Explanation

The pons Varolii (or simply pons) is part of the brainstem that lies inferior to the midbrain, superior to the medulla oblongata and anterior to the cerebellum. It forms a bridge between the midbrain and medulla oblongata and acts as a major pathway that passes information from the brain to the cerebellum through the brainstem. Therefore, option C is correct.