A Laboratory Rat Has Had Part of Its Hypothalamus Destroyed

question 81

Multiple Choice

A laboratory rat has had part of its hypothalamus destroyed by lesioning.The rat doesn't seem to know when to stop eating and has ballooned to several times its normal size.In this case,which area of the hypothalamus would you expect to be damaged

• A) lateral 
• B) ventromedial 
• C) magnocellular 
• D) parvocellular

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Definitions:

In Vitro

Experiments or processes performed outside of a living organism, typically in a controlled environment like a laboratory.

In Vivo

A term used in experimentation that means "within the living"; refers to processes or experiments performed or taking place in a natural, real-life environment, as opposed to in a laboratory or artificial setting.

SUDS

Subjective Units of Distress Scale, a self-assessment tool used to measure the intensity of distress or discomfort.

Subjective Units

A measurement scale used to assess the intensity of a person's feelings or perceptions, typically in the context of anxiety or distress, based on personal judgment.