Anatomy & Physiology
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Author: Marieb, Elaine N.
Publisher: Pearson College Div
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Chapter 12, Problem 8CYU
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The reason for the thalamus being called the gateway of the cerebral cortex.
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Thalamus is the well-hidden “inner room”present deep inside the brain. It is the part of the diencephalon and occupies 80% of the diencephalon. Thalamus contains a collection of egg-shaped nuclei that receive sensations from all over the body.
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