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MHT CET · BIOLOGY · STD 12 - 9. Control and Coordination

Given below are two statements with respect to limbic system.
Statement I: Limbic system is responsible for emotional reactions and memory.
Statement II: It is formed mainly of cerebrum, pons varoli and cerebellum
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

  1. A Both Statement - I and Statement - II are correct
  2. B Both statement - I and Statement - II are incorrect
  3. C Statement - I is correct but Statement - II is incorrect
  4. D Statement - I is incorrect but Statement - II is correct
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Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(C) Statement - I is correct but Statement - II is incorrect

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Detailed explanation

The limbic system is indeed responsible for emotional reactions and memory. However, it is primarily formed by structures within the cerebrum, such as the amygdala, hippocampus, and parts of the hypothalamus.