The Interpretation of Facial Expressions and New Social Situations Is

question 150

Multiple Choice

The interpretation of facial expressions and new social situations is the responsibility of the ________.

• A)thalamus
• B)amygdaloid bodies
• C)hippocampus
• D)hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Acromegaly

A condition characterized by overgrowth of the extremities of the skeleton, fingers, toes, jaws, and nose. It may be produced by excessive secretion of growth hormone by the anterior pituitary gland.

Gigantism

Abnormally tall growth caused when anterior pituitary secretes excessive amounts of human growth hormone during childhood

Pituitary Gland

A small gland located at the base of the brain responsible for releasing hormones that regulate various bodily functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that regulates bodily functions such as temperature, hunger, and thirst, and is involved in controlling the pituitary gland.