Which of the following neural structures serves as a relay station for all sensory information going to and leaving the cerebral cortex (excluding the sense of smell)?
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cerebellum; |
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midbrain; |
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thalamus; |
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pons; |
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reticular formation; |
INCORRECT - The reticular formation contains high concentrations of norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter that is responsible for maintaining levels of arousal to external events.
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