Differentiate between : Thalamus and Hypothalamus.

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Thalamus: it is the egg-shaped structure present in the middle of the brain.
Hypothalamus: it is located below the thalamus in the brain acting as the controlling centre of the body.
Thalamus
Hypothalamus
Helps in relaying information from sense organs Acts as the controller of the body
Transmits information for movements. Receives impulses, regulates body temperature, hormonal secretion etc.
Helps in making memories and past experiences. Helps in maintaining homoeostasis.

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Thalamus	Hypothalamus
Helps in relaying information from sense organs	Acts as the controller of the body
Transmits information for movements.	Receives impulses, regulates body temperature, hormonal secretion etc.
Helps in making memories and past experiences.	Helps in maintaining homoeostasis.