The ____ is a subcortical structure that participates in the regulation of thirst, temperature, hunger, sexual behavior, and aggression
a. hippocampus
b. hypothalamus
c. thalamus
d. cingulate cortex
ANSWER:
b
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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