Thalamencephalon
Thalamencephalon
Thalamencephalon (pronunciation: tha·la·men·ceph·a·lon) is a term used in neuroanatomy to refer to the part of the diencephalon that includes the thalamus.
Etymology
The term "Thalamencephalon" is derived from the Greek words "thalamus," meaning "inner chamber," and "encephalon," meaning "brain."
Definition
The Thalamencephalon is a part of the brain located in the diencephalon, which is a division of the forebrain. It primarily consists of the thalamus, a structure that plays a crucial role in relaying sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex, and regulating consciousness, sleep, and alertness.
Related Terms
- Diencephalon: The part of the brain that includes the thalamus, hypothalamus, and epithalamus.
- Thalamus: A large mass of gray matter located in the diencephalon, responsible for relaying sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.
- Cerebral Cortex: The outer layer of the cerebrum, involved in many complex brain functions including memory, attention, consciousness, and thought.
- Forebrain: The anterior part of the brain, including the cerebral hemispheres, the thalamus, and the hypothalamus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thalamencephalon
- Wikipedia's article - Thalamencephalon
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