The top of the spinal cord merges with the brain stem, in this area what vital basic processes are controlled

The answer is brain stem. It is composed of the medulla oblongata, pons, and midbrain. There is a debate on whether the diencephalon is included in this section of the brain. 10 out of 12 of the cranial nerves originate from   the brain stem. Motor and sensory nerve connections also pass through the brainstem. The brain stem is significant in respiratory and cardiac function regulation.

which are post-impressionist paintings? check all that apply?

explanation:

post-impressionism is a predominantly french art movement that developed roughly between 1886 and 1905, from the last impressionist exhibition to the birth of fauvism. post-impressionism emerged as a reaction against impressionists' concern for the naturalistic depiction of light and color.

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a. decomposes use carbon from dead organisms as fuel for cellular respiration, returning carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere.