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Central Nervous System
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Section 6

The Diencephalon

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Functions of the Diencephalon

Distinct parts of diencephalon perform numerous vital functions, from regulating wakefulness to controlling the autonomic nervous system.

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Thalamus

The thalamus is a small structure in the center of the brain that acts as a relay center for sensory and motor information.

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Hypothalamus

The hypothalamus serves as a gateway between the nervous system and endocrine system.

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Epithalamus and Pineal Gland

The epithalamus connects the limbic system to other parts of the brain.

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Circumventricular Organs

Circumventricular organs are situated adjacent to the brain ventricles and sense concentrations of various compounds in the blood.

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