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The Pathway That Projects Directly from the Thalamus to the Amygdala

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The pathway that projects directly from the thalamus to the amygdala is called the ____________ pathway.


Definitions:

Alveolar Pressure

The pressure within the alveoli of the lungs, which influences breathing and gas exchange.

Surfactant

A substance that reduces the surface tension of fluids, facilitating processes like breathing by preventing the collapse of alveoli in the lungs.

Type II Pneumocytes

Specialized cells lining the alveoli of the lungs that secrete pulmonary surfactant to decrease the surface tension at the air/liquid interface, aiding in respiratory mechanics.

Cuboidal Epithelial Cells

Cube-shaped cells found lining various ducts and glands, playing a role in secretion and absorption.

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