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Micah Jones
on Dec 23, 2024
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Hunger is increased by ________; it is decreased by ________.
A) a high ghrelin level; a low orexin level
B) stimulation of the lateral hypothalamus; stimulation of the ventromedial hypothalamus
C) a low orexin level; a high ghrelin level
D) stimulation of the ventromedial hypothalamus; stimulation of the lateral hypothalamus
Lateral Hypothalamus
An area of the brain that plays a significant role in regulating hunger and thirst.
Ventromedial Hypothalamus
A region of the brain involved in regulating hunger, satiety, and body weight.
Ghrelin
A hormone produced in the stomach that stimulates appetite and promotes food intake.
- Acquire knowledge on the hypothalamus's contribution to hunger management and the influence of hormones that activate or suppress hunger signals.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the hypothalamus's contribution to hunger management and the influence of hormones that activate or suppress hunger signals.
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