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geniculate nucleus

The correct spelling is geniculate nucleus.

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Say it like: Jen-icu-lat-e n-ucl-eus

The correct spelling is geniculate nucleus. Either of two pairs of structures situated on the lower surface of the thalamus that relay sensory impulses to the cortex, the lateral geniculate nucleus, which relays visual im…

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  1. 1.Either of two pairs of structures situated on the lower surface of the thalamus that relay sensory impulses to the cortex, the lateral geniculate nucleus, which relays visual impulses, and the medial geniculate nucleus, which relays auditory impulses.

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