Which of the Following Statements Concerning Structures of the Diencephalon

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning structures of the diencephalon 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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