Q9. Differentiate between:
(d) Thalamus and Hypothalamus
Thalamus |
Hypothalamus |
1. It is made of only grey matter. |
1. It is made of white and grey matter. |
2. The thalamus does not secrete any hormone. |
2. The hypothalamus secretes certain hormones which control the activity of the pituitary gland. |
3. It is situated superior to the midbrain. |
3. It is situated at the base of the thalamus. |
4. It contains the centres of sensations such as heat, cold and pain. |
4. It contains the centres which control body temperature, blood pressure and homeostasis. |