The preoptic area regulates body temperature via control of autonomic centers in which brain structure(s) ?
A) pons
B) thalamus
C) hypothalamus
D) cerebellum
E) septum pellucidum

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The preoptic area is a region located within the hypothalamus, which plays a critical role in the regulation of body temperature. It receives input from thermal receptors and regulates body temperature via control of autonomic centers within the hypothalamus. Therefore, the correct answer is C, the hypothalamus.

The Preoptic Area Regulates Body Temperature Via Control of Autonomic