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Inferior colliculus

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The inferior colliculus is a principal midbrain structure involved in the processing of auditory information. It acts as a major relay station for sound signals en route to the brain's primary auditory cortex.

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