The Preoptic Area Regulates Body Temperature Via Control of Autonomic

question 74

Multiple Choice

The preoptic area regulates body temperature via control of autonomic centers in which brain structure(s) ?

• A) pons
• B) thalamus
• C) hypothalamus
• D) cerebellum
• E) septum pellucidum

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