Question

Which of the following signals are not relayed through the hypothalamus of brain ?

• A. Speech
• B. Smell
• C. Hunger
• D. Temperature

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Speech

The hypothalamus responds to a variety of sensory inputs from the internal and external environment including body temperature, hunger, feelings of being full up after eating, smell, blood pressure and levels of hormones in the circulation. In general, the left hemisphere of the brain is responsible for language and speech and is called the "dominant" hemisphere.

So, the correct option is A.