Which of the Following Structures Is Not Part of the Diencephalon

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following structures is not part of the diencephalon?

• A) Thalamus
• B) Arbor vitae
• C) Pineal gland
• D) All of the above structures are part of the diencephalon.

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Definitions:

Spiral Cleavage

A type of embryonic development in some molluscs and annelids where cells divide in a spiral pattern.

Anterior End

The front part or head end of an organism, usually where sensory organs are concentrated.

Head End

The anterior or front part of an organism, often containing the brain and sensory organs.

Common Ancestor

A hypothetical or actual species from which two or more descendant species evolved.