Question

Injury localised to the hypothalamus would most likely disrupt

• A. Short term memory
• B. Coordination during locomotion
• C. Decision making
• D. Regulation of body temperature

Answer 1

The correct option is D Regulation of body temperature

Hypothalamus, which is a part of the forebrain, is located at the base of the thalamus. Body temperature, thirst and hunger are controlled by the various centres that are present in the hypothalamus. Therefore, any injury to the hypothalamus would lead to the disruption of the above mentioned functions like the regulation of body temperature.