An Almond-Shaped Nucleus on the Tail of the Caudate Nucleus

Question

An almond-shaped nucleus on the tail of the caudate nucleus is known as a(n):
A) limbic system.
B) midbrain.
C) medulla oblongata.
D) fornix.
E) amygdaloid body.

Accepted Answer

The amygdaloid body, also known simply as the amygdala, is an almond-shaped mass of gray matter inside each cerebral hemisphere, involved with the experiencing of emotions. It is not the limbic system itself but a part of it, nor is it the midbrain, medulla oblongata, or fornix.