Question detail
Which part of the body is responsible for monitoring body temperature?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
The human nervous system
Question
- A. Heart
- B. Liver
- C. Thermoregulatory centre in the brain
- D. Skin receptors
Answer
Thermoregulatory centre in the brain
Explanation
The thermoregulatory centre in the brain monitors body temperature and initiates responses like vasodilation and sweating to regulate it.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Vasodilation
Students often confuse vasodilation with vasoconstriction, thinking both processes lower body temperature.
Remember that vasodilation involves the widening of blood vessels, which increases blood flow to the skin, allowing heat to escape and thus lowering body temperature.
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