Hypothalamus Flashcards
1
Q
Which nucleus makes ADH?
A
Surpaoptic
2
Q
Which nucleus makes oxytocin?
A
Paraventricular
3
Q
Which area of the hypothalamus stimulates hunger?
A
Lateral area
4
Q
Which area of the hypothalamus signals satiety?
A
Ventromedial area
5
Q
Which part of the hypothalamus stimulates cooling?
A
Anterior hypothalamus
6
Q
Which part of the hypothalamus stimulates heating?
A
Posterior hypothalamus
7
Q
Which part of the hypothalamus controls the circadian rhythm?
A
Suprachiasmatic nucleus
8
Q
Parasympathetic activity is assoc w/ which part of the hypothalamus?
A
Anterior hypothalamus
9
Q
Sympathetic activity is assoc w/ which part of the hypothalamus?
A
Posterior hypothalamus
10
Q
Which part of the hypothalamus gets direct input form the retina?
A
SCN
