Which of the following statements concerning structures of the diencephalon is false?

A. The third ventricle separates the two large portions of the thalamus.
B. The thalamus projects sensory information to the cerebral cortex.
C. The subthalamic nuclei are associated with the basal nuclei.
D. The thalamus controls many endocrine functions.
E. The pineal body may play a role in controlling the onset of puberty.


Answer: D

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