Q. Which of the following glands control temperature in human beings?
Answer: Hypothalamus gland
Notes: The hypothalamus in the brain controls body temperature by regulating heat production and loss: Temperature comparison: The hypothalamus compares the body's current temperature to the normal temperature of around 37°C. Heat production: If the body is too cold, the hypothalamus triggers heat production. Heat loss: If the body is too hot, the hypothalamus triggers heat loss, such as sweating or giving off heat.

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