Which part of human brain is concerned with the regulation of body temperature?

Which part of human brain is concerned with the regulation of body temperature?
  1. Medulla oblongata
  2. Cerebellum
  3. Cerebrum
  4. Hypothalamus

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.

Asked in: NEET 2009 (Screening)

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