Asked by Devante Matthews on Jun 09, 2024

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Identify the structures that are part of the epithalamus. (Check all the apply.)

A) Habenula
B) Mammillary bodies
C) Pineal gland
D) Pituitary gland
E) Thalamus

Epithalamus

A portion of the diencephalon in the brain, involved in linking the limbic system to other parts of the brain and regulating hormones and circadian rhythms.

Habenula

The habenula is a small region in the brain involved in regulating sleep-wake cycles, reproductive behavior, and stress responses.

Pineal Gland

is a small endocrine gland in the brain involved in the production of melatonin, regulating sleep patterns.

  • Determine the elements of the central nervous system (CNS) and expound on their functionalities.
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Mansi PatelJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
A, C
Explanation :
The epithalamus is a part of the diencephalon in the brain, and it includes the habenula and the pineal gland. The mammillary bodies are part of the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland is an endocrine gland located at the base of the brain, and the thalamus is a large mass of gray matter in the dorsal part of the diencephalon.