CET Karnataka Medical CET - Karnataka Medical Solved Paper-2012

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    Hypothalamus of the brain is not involved in this function.

    A)  Sleep-wake cycle

    B)  Osmoregulation and thirst

    C)  Temperature control

    D)  Accuracy of muscular movement

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    : Hypothalamus is the region of the forebrain  in the floor of the third ventricle, linked with the thalamus above and the pituitary gland below. It contains several important centres controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger and eating, water balance, and sexual function. It is also closely connected with emotional activity and sleep and functions as a centre for the integration of hormonal and autonomic nervous activity through its control of the pituitary secretions Accuracy of muscular movement is regulated by cerebrum.


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