The Suprachiasmatic Nucleus Is a Structure at the Base of the Brain

question 143

Multiple Choice

The suprachiasmatic nucleus is a structure at the base of the brain known to be involved in

• A) pain perception.
• B) sexual motivation.
• C) maintaining circadian rhythms.
• D) susceptibility to hypnosis.

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Z-score

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