paleoencephalon

[US]//ˌpæl.i.oʊ.ɛnˈsɛf.ə.lɒn//
[UK]//ˌpæl.i.oʊ.ɛnˈsɛf.ə.lɑːn//

Translation

n.The primitive or old part of the brain; the paleocortex and related structures.
Word Forms
Pluralpaleoencephalons

Phrases & Collocations

the paleoencephalon

paleoencephalon development

paleoencephalon formation

paleoencephalon structure

embryonic paleoencephalon

primitive paleoencephalon

paleoencephalon tissue

paleoencephalon cells

paleoencephalon evolution

paleoencephalons

Example Sentences

the paleoencephalon controls basic survival instincts in humans.

researchers study the paleoencephalon to understand evolutionary brain development.

damage to the paleoencephalon can affect fundamental behaviors.

the paleoencephalon is sometimes called the old brain.

evolution of the paleoencephalon predates the development of the neocortex.

the paleoencephalon includes the brainstem and basal ganglia.

primitive reflexes originate in the paleoencephalon.

scientists compare the paleoencephalon across different species.

the paleoencephalon plays a role in emotional processing.

disorders may affect paleoencephalon function.

the paleoencephalon maintains vital bodily functions.

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