key term - Olfactory bulb

Definition

The olfactory bulb is a neural structure located in the forebrain of vertebrates that processes information about odors detected by cells in the nasal cavity. It serves as the initial site for olfactory processing, sending signals to other parts of the brain for further interpretation and response.

Related terms

Sensory neurons: Nerve cells responsible for converting external stimuli from the organism's environment into internal electrical impulses.

Neural pathway: A series of connected neurons along which electrical and chemical signals travel within the brain and nervous system.

Cerebral cortex: The outer layer of neural tissue of the cerebrum in mammals, involved in many functions including thought, memory, perception, and complex motor functions