The centre of hunger or centre which regulates the amount of food we eat or out appetite is located in:
A
Medulla
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B
Cerebrum
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C
Hypothalamus
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D
Alimentary canal
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Solution
The correct option is C Hypothalamus The hypothalamus controls hunger, thirst, temperature, aggression and sexual desire. It also controls the pituitary gland which controls the secretion of many hormones.