fasciolus gyrus

a brain convolution that is a part of the hippocampal formation, appearing as a delicate band of tissue that communicates with a thin sheet of gray matter, the indusium griseum, on the surface of the corpus callosum. It is associated with olfactory functions. Also called gyrus fasciolaris.

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Psychology term of the day

March 13th 2025

verbal abuse

extremely critical, threatening, or insulting words delivered in oral or written form and intended to demean, belittle, or frighten the recipient.