Within the midbrain, the structure that is associated with the release of dopamine is the:
A)tectum
B)reticular formation
C)substantia nigra
D)hippocampus

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The substantia nigra is a structure within the midbrain that is responsible for producing and releasing dopamine, a neurotransmitter that is involved in reward, motivation, and movement. Dysfunction of the substantia nigra is associated with neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease.

Within the Midbrain, the Structure That Is Associated with the Release