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WAEC Biology 2021 Question 17

Question 17

Homeostasis

The temperature control centre in mammals is located in the

  1. A.skin.
  2. B.hypothalamus.
  3. C.pituitary gland.
  4. D.adrenal gland.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (hypothalamus.)

Explanation

The hypothalamus in the brain monitors blood temperature and controls sweating, shivering and blood flow to the skin.