This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Neuroanatomy 3, Subject name: Anatomy
Bilateral ablation of which of the following structures results in the inability to form long-term memories? 
Select and explain. 
A. Amygdala, B. Cingulate gyrus, C. Hippocampus, D. Hypothalamus
C: Hippocampus
Answer: C: Hippocampus 
Explanation: Bilateral ablation of the hippocampus results in the inability to form long-term memories (Amnesia syndrome) Hippocampus plays a major role in learning and memory consolidation through Papez circuit and conve sho term memory to long term memory.