STANDARDZoology-Neural Control and Coordination

STANDARD Zoology Brain Functions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

The appetite and satiety centres in the brain of man are located in the region of the

A

Cerebral hemisphere

B

Cerebellum

C

Medulla oblongata

D

Hypothalamus

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The hypothalamus regulates food intake. It contains a feeding center, which promotes eating, and a satiety center, which causes a sensation of fullness and cessation of eating. It also contains a thirst center.

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