Tectum

//ˈtɛk.təm//

Word Type

Noun

The word "tectum" can be used as a noun.

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Context

Part Of

mesencephalon midbrain

Related Terms

periaqueductal grey tegmentum

Related Terms

inferior colliculus mammal midbrain periaqueductal grey spore superior colliculus tegmentum vertebrate

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