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海马体
hǎi​mǎ​tǐ

hippocampus

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海马体 海馬體 hǎi​mǎ​tǐ
hippocampus
Curved structure located within the brain's temporal lobe that is part of the limbic system; it plays a critical role in memory and spatial navigation. Named for its resemblance to a seahorse.

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  • 海马回 hǎi​mǎ​huí

Has abbreviation

  • 海马 hǎi​mǎ