Sagittal Section of Brain: The Hypothalamus
 Controls most of the
endocrine system through
pituitary gland
 Controls many
autonomic responses:
b.p., respiration, cardiac.
 Hunger-Thirst, Sleep-
Wake, Electrolyte and
water balance,
Thermoregulation.
Hypothalamus
Infundibulum
Pituitary gland
Figure 12.12