Biology PYQ 114 of 227 · Nervous System & Sense Organs

Body temperature is regulated by -

  1. Amedulla
  2. Bthalamus
  3. Chypothalamus
  4. Dcerebellum
  5. ENone of the above / More than one of the above

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Correct answer: (c) hypothalamus

Explanation

The hypothalamus regulates body temperature and maintains the body's internal balance (homeostasis).

It links the nervous and endocrine systems, controlling appetite, thirst and sleep.

The medulla controls breathing/heartbeat and the thalamus relays sensory signals, so neither fits.

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