HYPOTHALAMUS AND PITUARY GLAND

WHAT FUNCTIONS DOES THE HYPOTHALAMUS HAVE?

• It controls the Pituitary gland
• It regulates thirst,hunger,and body temperature.

WHERE IS THE HYPOTHALAMUS LOCATED

• The hypothalamus is located on the underside of the brain. It lies just below the thalamus and above the pituitary gland, which it is attached to by a stalk.

WHAT DOES THE PITUITARY GLAND DO?

• The hormones it produces help regulate important functions, such as growth, blood pressure and reproduction.

WHERE IS THE PITUITARY GLAND LOCATED?

• It is located just under the hypothalamus and before the brain stem.

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