geniculate nuclei

A form of geniculate nucleus — Either of two pairs of structures situated on the lower surface of the thalamus that relay sensory impulses to the cortex: the lateral geniculate nucleus, which relays visual impulses, and the medial geniculate nucleus, which relays auditory impulses.

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noun
  1. pluralplural of geniculate nucleus
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