The thermoregulatory centre of the human body is located in the

  • A. medulla oblongata
  • B. hypothalamus
  • C. cerebellum
  • D. skin itself

Explanation

The hypothalamus contains receptors that monitor the temperature of the blood flowing through it and also receives information from temperature receptors in the skin, then coordinates sweating, shivering and changes in blood flow. The medulla controls heart rate and breathing, and the cerebellum handles balance and coordination of movement. Skin receptors detect the change but cannot organise the response.

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