The first ʺway stationʺ (relay nucleus) in the visual pathway from the eye, after there has been partial crossover of the fibers in the optic chiasma, is the
A) lateral geniculate nucleus.
B) primary visual cortex.
C) temporal lobe.
D) superior colliculi.

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The lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN) is the first relay nucleus in the visual pathway after the optic chiasma, where the optic nerve fibers partially cross over. It is located in the thalamus and processes visual information before it is sent to the primary visual cortex.

The First ʺWay Stationʺ (Relay Nucleus) in the Visual Pathway