Which of the Following Brain Structures Receives Sensory Information from the Peripheral

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following brain structures receives sensory information from the peripheral nervous system and relays this information to other parts of the brain?

• A)thalamus
• B)basal ganglia
• C)amygdala
• D)hippocampus

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Definitions:

Hair Follicle

A hair follicle is a dynamic skin organ that produces hair through a cycle of growth and rest phases, embedded within the dermal layer of the skin.

Sebaceous Gland

Glands in the skin that secrete sebum into the hair follicles to lubricate the skin and hair, playing a role in skin health and condition.

Sweat Gland

Glands located in the skin that produce sweat, a fluid that helps regulate body temperature through evaporation.

Sebaceous Gland

Glands located in the skin that secrete sebum, a lubricating oil, into hair follicles.