Brain Stem
The structure that connects the brain to the spinal cord, it includes the pons and the medulla oblongata
Real World Example
Imagine you're trying to coordinate a group of friends to meet at a new restaurant, but everyone's coming from different parts of the city. Just as your phone acts as the central device connecting all your friends' messages and plans, the brain stem acts as the vital bridge connecting the brain to the spinal cord. In this analogy, the brain represents the plans and decisions, the spinal cord represents the friends' routes, while the brain stem is like your phone, ensuring all messages and directions are efficiently communicated and coordinated through the pons and medulla oblongata, much like apps that streamline communication and navigation.
