interbrain
/ˈɪntərˌbreɪn/
noun
- The part of the brain between the forebrain and midbrain, including the thalamus and hypothalamus; also called the diencephalon.
- Damage to the interbrain can affect a person's hormone production.
- The interbrain plays a key role in regulating sleep, hunger, and body temperature.
- During the biology lesson, the teacher pointed to the interbrain on the diagram.
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