MCQ
The thermoregulatory centre is situated in
  • A
    Spinal cord
  • B
    Pituitary body
  • C
    Cerebellum
  • Hypothalamus

Answer

Correct option: D.
Hypothalamus
d
(d)Hypothalamus contains higher nerve centres for temperature regulation, hunger, thirst and emotional reactions.

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