2007-07-31 08:57:35 · 4 answers · asked by What is Corpora Quadrigemina? 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
The corpora quadrigemina is the four colliculi located on the dorsal aspect of the midbrain. In simpler terms, corpora quadrigemina is two pairs of lobes extending from the dorsal surface of the midbrain.The anterior pair are optic centres (for vision) and the posterior pair are auditory centres (for hearing).
Corpora quadrigemina is derived from Latin word which means "quadruplet bodies".
2007-07-31 09:19:33 · answer #1 · answered by ♥ lani s 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corpora Quadrigemina
2016-10-06 02:04:10 · answer #2 · answered by coryell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The corpora quadrigemina are reflex centers involving vision and hearing. It is located in the middle of the brain.
2007-07-31 09:06:28 · answer #3 · answered by sbman99 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's part of the brain, specifically the midbrain. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corpora_quadrigemina
2007-07-31 09:17:52 · answer #4 · answered by A.B. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋