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Optic chiasma

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optic_chiasma)

The optic chiasm or optic chiasma is the part of the brain where the optic nerves (CN II) partially cross. The optic chiasm is located at the bottom of the brain immediately below the hypothalamus. (Wikipedia)

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04-Apr-2013

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