An important function of the corpus callosum is to
A) channel sensory information to the thalamic relay centers.
B) control the movement of the hands and feet.
C) interconnect the cerebral hemispheres.
D) modulate the release of neurohormones from the pituitary.
E) dampen neural firing in the cortex.

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The corpus callosum is a broad band of nerve fibers that connects the two cerebral hemispheres. It allows for communication and transfer of information between the two sides of the brain, making it an essential structure for higher order cognitive functions such as problem-solving, decision-making, and language processing. Choices A, B, D, and E do not accurately describe the function of the corpus callosum.

An Important Function of the Corpus Callosum Is to