medulla vs oblongata

medulla

noun
  • The medulla oblongata. 

  • The soft inner part of something, especially the pith of a fruit. 

  • The internal tissue of a plant. 

  • The inner substance of various organs and structures, especially the marrow of bones. 

oblongata

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