In the Hypothalamus,which Area Is Responsible for Controlling the Circadian

question 17

Multiple Choice

In the hypothalamus,which area is responsible for controlling the circadian clock by sending messages to the pineal gland to increase or reduce the secretion of melatonin?

• A) The putamanic body
• B) The suprachiasmatic nucleus
• C) The prefrontal sulcus
• D) The dorsolateral cortex

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