olfactory cortex

archaeocortex

Aggregate brain region defined as those areas of cerebral cortex receiving direct synaptic input from the olfactory bulb (Price, 1973). It usually includes the piriform cortex and sometimes other areas.

Type Organ
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure regional part of brain
Latin Name archaeocortex
FMA ID 276600

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the olfactory cortex?
Aggregate brain region defined as those areas of cerebral cortex receiving direct synaptic input from the olfactory bulb (Price, 1973). It usually includes the piriform cortex and sometimes other areas.
What body system is the olfactory cortex part of?
The olfactory cortex is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the olfactory cortex?
The Latin name for the olfactory cortex is archaeocortex.

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