Match these brain structures, labelled a. through e., with their associated descriptions. (Options may be used more than once or not at all.)
-controls thirst, urine output, food intake, and body temperature
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Question

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The structure that controls thirst, urine output, food intake, and body temperature is the hypothalamus.

Answer: C
 The brain stem controls vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.

Other options:
A) The cerebellum is involved in coordination and balance.
D) The basal nuclei are involved in movement control.
E) The cerebral cortex is involved in processing sensory information and higher cognitive functions.

Match These Brain Structures, Labelled A