Question

unit 4 - challenge 4.2: the anatomy of th
which of the following ventricular structures is directly posterior to the
brainstem but also directly anterior to the cerebellum?
a.) third ventricle
b.) lateral ventricles
c.) cerebral aqueduct
d.) fourth ventricle

Explanation:

The fourth ventricle is located posterior to the brainstem (specifically the pons and medulla oblongata) and anterior to the cerebellum. The third ventricle is between the two thalami. The lateral ventricles are in the cerebral hemispheres. The cerebral aqueduct connects the third and fourth ventricles.

Answer:

d. Fourth Ventricle