Question

The limbic system is: (Select all that apply)

1. composed of the thalamus, hypothalamus, hippocampus, and amygdala
2. the essential system for regulation and modulation of emotions and memory
3. comprised of two hemispheres with four lobes
4. the largest system in the brain

Answer 1

The limbic system is a connected set of structures that regulates emotion and memory. It includes the thalamus, hypothalamus, hippocampus, and amygdala. The amygdala plays a role in recognizing fearful faces and the sensation of fear.

Step-by-step explanation:

The limbic system is a connected set of structures that regulates emotion, as well as behaviors related to fear and motivation. It plays a role in memory formation and includes parts of the thalamus and hypothalamus as well as the hippocampus. One important structure within the limbic system is a temporal lobe structure called the amygdala. The two amygdala (one on each side) are important both for the sensation of fear and for recognizing fearful faces.