A Deep Neural Center Activated When People Smell Some Disgusting

question 114

Multiple Choice

A deep neural center activated when people smell some disgusting food or when they feel moral disgust in response to a perceived injustice is called the

• A) anterior cingulate cortex.
• B) insula.
• C) hypothalamus.
• D) hippocampus.

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Definitions:

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland located in the neck, which produces hormones that regulate metabolism, energy generation, and overall growth and development.

Pituitary Gland

A pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, crucial for regulating vital bodily functions and hormones.

Endocrine System

A network of glands and organs in the body that produces, stores, and secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate the body's processes.

Pineal Gland

The pineal gland, a tiny gland located in the brain, secretes the hormone melatonin, which plays a crucial role in controlling the patterns of sleep and wakefulness.