The thalamus
A)forms the walls of the diencephalon around the third ventricle.
B)is the initial processing center for most motor output to the spinal cord.
C)contains centers that are involved with emotions and visceral processes.
D)performs many voluntary functions.
E)None of the answers are correct.

Question

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The thalamus forms the lateral walls of the diencephalon, which surrounds the third ventricle.

Answer: E
 None of the other choices accurately describe the functions of the thalamus. The thalamus is not primarily involved in motor output to the spinal cord, emotions, or voluntary functions. Instead, it is primarily involved in relaying sensory information to the cortex.

The Thalamus