Asked by Ashley Little on Sep 24, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT part of the diencephalon?

A) Hypothalamus
B) Thalamus
C) Midbrain
D) Pineal gland
E) All of these are parts of the diencephalon.

Diencephalon

A region of the brain located beneath the cerebrum that includes structures such as the thalamus and hypothalamus, involved in sensory and neural functions.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus that coordinates both the autonomic nervous system and the activity of the pituitary, controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems.

  • Explain the role of the diencephalon in the central nervous system.
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Shelby Prater2 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The midbrain is not part of the diencephalon, it is located above the pons and below the thalamus in the brainstem. The other structures listed are all part of the diencephalon.