The Thirst Center is Located in The

Question

The thirst center is located in the
A) thalamus.
B) hypothalamus.
C) midbrain.
D) medulla oblongata.
E) kidneys.

Accepted Answer

The thirst center is located in the hypothalamus, specifically in the preoptic area of the anterior hypothalamus. This region contains specialized thirst receptors that detect changes in blood osmolality, triggering the sensation of thirst and regulating the body's fluid balance.