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This anterior mass of grey matter projects into the anterior horn and extends along the body of the lateral ventricle. It forms a portion of the basal ganglia. It is involved in learning and controls movement.
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Caudate Nucleus
The caudate nucleus is a C-shaped collection of neurons that is one of a group of ganglia located deep within the brain (i.e., the basal ganglia).
