Why is the hypothalamus a major coordinating and control center?
a. it contains autonomic centers and acts as an endocrine organ
b. it stimulates appropriate responses by peripheral target cells
c. it produces all hormones secreted by the pituitary gland
d. it initiates endocrine and neural reflexes
Ans: a. it contains autonomic centers and acts as an endocrine organ
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