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JAMB Biology 1987 Question 38

Question 38

Nervous Coordination

The centre for controlling body temperature in the brain is the

  1. A.cerebrum
  2. B.cerebellum
  3. C.medulla
  4. D.hypothalamus.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (hypothalamus.)

Explanation

The hypothalamus senses blood temperature and sets off sweating, shivering or changes in blood flow to keep it steady.