NEET2009ZoologyNeural Control and CoordinationActual
Which part of human brain is concerned with the regulation of body temperature?
Options
- AMedulla oblongata
- BCerebellum
- CCerebrum
- DHypothalamus
Correct answer
D. Hypothalamus
Step-by-step solution
In human brain, hypothalamus is a centre for hunger, thirst, sweating, sleep, fatigue, temperature, anger, pleasure, love, hate and satisfaction. Medulla oblongata contains centre for heart beat, respiration, digestion, B P , involuntary functions, urination, etc. Cerebellum regulates posture and balance. Cerebrum is the centre for intelligence, emotion, will power, memory, consciousness, imagination, etc.