Chp14c - Diencephalon

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What are the 3 structures of the Diencephalon?

  1. Thalamus

  2. Hypothalamus

  3. Pituitary gland

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What are the functions of the Thalamus?

  1. Gateway for all sensory impulses ascending to cerebral cortex.

  2. Receives all sensory impulses

  3. Plays a role in sleep, wakefulness, consciousness, learning, and memory.

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What are the functions of the Hypothalamus?

  1. Maintains homeostasis by regulating visceral activities

  2. Links nervous and endocrine systems

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What are the functions of the Pituitary Gland?

Structure resting in the sella turcica that regulates growth, metabolism, and reproduction via hormones.