The part of the diencephalon that relays sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex is called the

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The thalamus is the part of the diencephalon that relays sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex. It acts as a relay center for all sensory information except for olfaction (smell). The hypothalamus is responsible for regulating many vital functions such as body temperature, hunger, thirst, and hormone secretion. The pons and medulla oblongata are part of the brainstem and are responsible for controlling basic vital functions such as breathing and heart rate.

The Part of the Diencephalon That Relays Sensory Impulses to the Cerebral