Control of temperature, endocrine activity, and thirst are functions associated with the ________.
A) medulla
B) cerebellum
C) hypothalamus
D) thalamus

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The hypothalamus is responsible for controlling temperature, endocrine activity (e.g. through regulation of the pituitary gland), and thirst. The medulla is responsible for controlling vital functions like breathing and heart rate, the cerebellum plays a role in motor coordination, and the thalamus is important for relaying sensory information.

Control of Temperature, Endocrine Activity, and Thirst Are Functions Associated