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Hunger centre of brain is________________?

Correct answer: A. Hypothalamus

  • A. Hypothalamus
  • B. Stria nigra
  • C. Frontal lobe
  • D. Temporal lobe

Explanation

The hypothalamus contains feeding centres that regulate hunger and satiety, classically described as a lateral hunger centre and a ventromedial satiety centre. The other listed regions are not the primary centres for hunger regulation.

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