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Function of hypothalamus is...

Function of hypothalamus is

A

thermoregulation

B

water balance

C

control of hormone function

D

All of the above

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D
The functions of hypothalamus include thermoregulation, water balance and control of hormone functions. It is located below the thalamus and is a part of limbic system. It synthesises and secretes certain neurohormones which in turn stimulate inhibit the secretion of pituitary hormones. It controls other activities also like sleep, hunger, body temperature, etc.
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