The olfactory bulb is an extension of the cortex. It is situated immediately above the nasal cavity. Fibres from the olfactory bulb pass into the olfactory tract which branches to various structures on or near the lower surface of the cortex, notably to areas which play a part in emotional responses. Research Olfactory Bulb
 
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