For Each Historical Identification Question, Define the Term and Briefly

question 52

Essay

For each historical identification question, define the term and briefly describe its historical significance.
-Shari'a

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Definitions:

White Matter

White matter consists of myelinated axons in the brain and spinal cord that transmit signals quickly across different brain regions, facilitating communication within the nervous system.

Thalamus

A part of the brain that serves as a relay station, transmitting information between different areas of the brain.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that coordinates many activities, including temperature regulation, thirst, hunger, and emotional activity.

Diencephalon

The between brain, which integrates sensory and motor information on its way to the cerebral cortex.