Anatomy. the joint of the leg that allows for movement between the femur and tibia and is protected by the patella; the central area of the leg between the thigh and the lower leg. 2. Zoology. the corresponding joint or region in the hind leg of a quadruped; stifle. 3. a joint or region likened to this but not anatomically homologous with it, as the tarsal joint of a bird, the carpal joint in the forelimb of the horse or cow, etc.
The special sense which interprets the position of the head permitting the CNS to maintain stability and posture when the head and body are not moving; it is detected by mechanoreceptors in the vestibule of the inner ear, the utricle and saccule, which each contain a macula with the receptors for static equilibrium; when the head moves with reference to gravity, the otolithic membrane shifts and the mechanoreceptors (hair cells) in the macula detect this movement and send the information ...
They receive messages from the ears so that you can recognise sound and messages. This part of the brain also recognises speech and is how you understand what someone says to you. It also helps your sense of smell. Your short term memory is also kept here. Cerebellum. The cerebellum sits at the back of the brain and controls your sense of balance.