Which of the following are actual factors confirming the involvement of the preoptic area in the control of male sexual behavior?

Correct answer: C. Neuronal and metabolic activity is induced the preoptic area during copulation

  • A. Lesions of the preoptic area can elicit copulatory activity
  • B. Electrical stimulation of the preoptic area can permanently abolish male sexual behavior
  • C. Neuronal and metabolic activity is induced the preoptic area during copulation
  • D. Small implants of the female hormone estrogen into the preoptic area restore sexual behavior is castrated ratsGet Study Guides

Explanation

Copulation produces increased neuronal and metabolic activity in the preoptic area, supporting its role in male sexual behavior. Lesions generally impair sexual behavior, while electrical stimulation does not permanently abolish it.

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