The anterior nuclei of the thalamus
A) are part of the limbic system.
B) secrete pituitary hormones.
C) receive axon collaterals from the optic nerve.
D) secrete melatonin.
E) both B and C

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The anterior nuclei of the thalamus are part of the limbic system, which is involved in emotion and memory processing. They do not secrete hormones or receive axons from the optic nerve.

The Anterior Nuclei of the Thalamus