Comparison between Forebrain and Hindbrain

Let me share with you a comparison between Forebrain and Hindbrain.

Aspect          Forebrain         Hindbrain
Location·        Located at the anterior part of the brain, comprising the largest portion·        Located at the posterior part of the brain, near the base of the skull
Subdivisions·        Diencephalon

·        Telencephalon

·        Metencephalon

·        Myelencephalon

Parts and functions

 

 

 

 

 

 

·        Thalamus  serve as sensory relay center

·        Hypothalamus controls the autonomic nervous system, body temperature and hormone releasing.

·        Cerebrum is responsible for thinking, problem-solving and emotions.

·        Medulla Oblongata regulates heartbeat, breathing and blood pressure

·        Pons serves as a relay station for signals between different parts of the brain and spinal cord

·        Cerebellum coordinates motor movements, balance and posture

 

 

Size·        Relatively larger in size as compared to the hindbrain·        Smaller in size as compared to the forebrain
Connectivity with other brain parts·        Interconnected with midbrain and hindbrain.·        Connects with the spinal cord and other brain regions through various pathways and tracts