The Primary Thermostat of the Body Is Located in the ____

question 28

Multiple Choice

The primary thermostat of the body is located in the ____.  

• A) pons
• B) hypothalamus
• C) medulla oblongata
• D) thymus
• E) thyroid gland

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Definitions:

Body Position

The arrangement or posture of the body, which can significantly affect health, comfort, and physical performance.

Movements

Actions or activities of changing position or place, or the potential for change in the physical position of the body or of objects.

Pressure

The force exerted on a surface area divided by the total area on which the force is exerted; often related to gases or liquids in scientific contexts.

Vestibular Receptors

Sensory receptors located in the inner ear that are responsible for providing the brain with information about motion, head position, and spatial orientation.