Which of the Following Is False

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false?

• A)The thalamus projects sensory information to the cerebral cortex.
• B)The subthalamic nuclei are associated with the basal nuclei.
• C)The thalamus controls many endocrine functions.
• D)The pineal body may play a role in controlling the onset of puberty.
• E)The third ventricle separates the two large portions of the thalamus.

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