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1
Q

Where is the cerebellum located?

A

BELOW OCCIPITAL LOBES OF CEREBRUM
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POSTERIOR TO PONS AND THE MEDULLA

2
Q

Name the strong horizontal fold of dura mater?

A

TENTORIUM CEREBELLI

3
Q

The tentorium cerebelli is attached along the midline to the _______ _________.

A

FALX CEREBRI

4
Q

What does the tentorium cerebelli separate?

A

CEREBELLUM
from
BASAL SURFACE OF OCCIPITAL/TEMPORAL BONES

5
Q

Name the scythe-shaped vertical fold of dura mater?

A

FALX CEREBRI

6
Q

What does the cerebellum function as an important centre for?

A

COORDINATION OF MOVEMENTS
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MAINTENANCE OF BALANCE