The Lateral Geniculate Nucleus (LGN) Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

The lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN) is:

• A) a way station between the eye and the occipital cortex, located in the thalamus
• B) an important area in the amygdala, associated with long-term memory
• C) the section of the optic nerve closest to the eye
• D) the location in the temporal cortex where auditory information is stored

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