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Brain stem

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The lower portion of the brain that controls basic life-sustaining functions such as breathing and heart rate.

AP course connection

Topic 1.4: 1.4 The Brain

Unit 1

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