How does the hypothalamus "know" what the body's temperature is at any given time?
A) Blood temperature sensors in the hypothalamus itself and in skin sensors.
B) It monitors the core temperature near the heart.
C) It does not "know" the actual body temperature, but it senses any increases or decreases and responds accordingly.
D) Skin sensors keep track of internal temperature.
E) In dogs, it's been found to be blood temperature sensors in the brain, but it's not clear what the system is in humans.
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