Question detail
What is the primary function of the thermoregulatory centre?
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practice
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Topic
The human nervous system
Question
- A. To control breathing rate
- B. To maintain homeostasis of body temperature
- C. To regulate blood sugar levels
- D. To manage digestive processes
Answer
To maintain homeostasis of body temperature
Explanation
The thermoregulatory centre's main function is to maintain homeostasis by regulating body temperature in response to internal and external changes.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Body Temperature Regulation
Students often describe body temperature as solely dependent on external conditions rather than recognizing it as an internal condition regulated by the thermoregulatory centre in the brain.
Emphasize that body temperature is monitored and controlled internally by the thermoregulatory centre, which responds to both internal and external temperature changes.
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