Question

The ______ partially forms the posterior roof of the diencephalon and covers the third ventricle.

Answer 1

The Epithalamus partially forms the posterior roof of the diencephalon and covers the third ventricle.

• The Epithalamus  function is to link the limbic system to other areas of the brain.

• The pineal gland is located in the epithalamus, a small region of the diencephalon.
• The functions of Epithalamus includes secretion of Melatonin by pineal gland which is a part of Epithalamus.
• Melatonin is also known as enzyme of darkness.
• It regulates sleep, circadian rhythms, metabolism and also increases immunity.

Thus, from the above points we can conclude that the Epithalamus forms a portion of the diencephalon's posterior roof and covers the third ventricle.

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