Metencephalon & Myelencephalon

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Metencephalon

becomes pons and cerebellum

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Cerebellum

the "little brain" at the rear of the brainstem; functions include processing sensory input and coordinating movement output and balance

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Pons

A brain structure that relays information from the cerebellum to the rest of the brain; mostly composed of fibers

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Myelencephalon

becomes medulla oblongata

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Medulla Oblongata

base of the brainstem; contains a number of nuclei that are important for vital functions including breathing, cardiovascular function, etc.