Which brain structure appears to play an active role in relaying sensory information to the cerebral cortex

A)  hypothalamus 
B)  cerebrum 
C)  limbic system 
D)  thalamus

Thalamus

A part of the brain that acts as a relay station, processing sensory and motor signals to and from the cerebral cortex.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for higher brain functions, including sensory perception, reasoning, emotions, and motor skills.

Limbic System

An intricate network of neural pathways and regions in the brain, located close to the cortex boundary, that plays a crucial role in managing instinctual behavior and emotional responses. It governs fundamental emotions such as fear, joy, and anger, along with primary drives like appetite, sexual desire, dominance, and parental instincts.