Asked by April Doucet on May 08, 2024
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Afferent fibers terminating in the hypothalamus provide input from the
A) visceral organs.
B) taste receptors of the tongue.
C) limbic system.
D) the prefrontal cortex of the cerebrum.
E) All of the choices are correct.
Afferent Fibers
Afferent Fibers are nerve fibers that carry sensory information from the sensory receptors in the periphery of the body towards the central nervous system.
Hypothalamus
Found beneath the thalamus, it is a central area in the brain that governs both the autonomic nervous system and pituitary gland activities, thereby regulating critical homeostatic mechanisms such as body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other systems vital for bodily homeostasis.
Limbic System
A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved with instinct and mood. It controls the basic emotions (fear, pleasure, anger) and drives (hunger, sex, dominance, care of offspring).
- Familiarize oneself with the hypothalamus’s contribution to the regulation of autonomous mechanisms like regulating body temperature, controlling hunger, and balancing hydration.
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Zybrea KnightMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The hypothalamus receives input from various sources to regulate bodily functions, including visceral organs (for autonomic control), taste receptors (for feeding behavior), the limbic system (for emotional responses), and the prefrontal cortex (for decision making and social behavior).
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the hypothalamus’s contribution to the regulation of autonomous mechanisms like regulating body temperature, controlling hunger, and balancing hydration.