Match these descriptions with the appropriate brain structure.
-A brain structure that relays sensory messages to the cerebral cortex.
A)medulla
B)reticular activating system
C)pons
D)cerebellum
E)thalamus

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The thalamus is a brain structure that acts as a relay station for sensory information from the senses (except for smell) to the cerebral cortex.

Other choices:
A) medulla - controls vital life functions such as breathing and heart rate
B) reticular activating system - plays a role in arousal and attention
C) pons - involved in sleep, respiration, and facial movements
D) cerebellum - coordinates voluntary movement and balance.

Match These Descriptions with the Appropriate Brain Structure