How Does the Hypothalamus "Know" What the Body's Temperature Is

question 9

Multiple Choice

How does the hypothalamus "know" what the body's temperature is at any given time?

• A) Blood temperature sensors in the hypothalamus itself and in skin sensors.
• B) It monitors the core temperature near the heart.
• C) It does not "know" the actual body temperature, but it senses any increases or decreases and responds accordingly.
• D) Skin sensors keep track of internal temperature.
• E) In dogs, it's been found to be blood temperature sensors in the brain, but it's not clear what the system is in humans.

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