Anatomy of the Brain

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Tectum

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Function:

• Controls Auditory and Visual Responses

Location:

• The tectum is located in the dorsal region of the mesencephalon (mid brain). It consists of the superior colliculi (visual receptors) and inferior colliculi (auditory receptors).

Image:

• Upper Midbrain, Light Microscopy Section: Tectum #5


• Sagittal View of Thalamus & Hindbrain: Tectum #10

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For additional information see:

• Midbrain: Tectum

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