Q162 / 200 · NEET 2009 (Screening) · Zoology
Which part of human brain is concerned with the regulation of body temperature?
- AMedulla oblongata
- BCerebellum
- CCerebrum
- Correct answerDHypothalamus
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.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.