The Hormone Melatonin Helps Synchronize the Sleep-Wake Cycle by Means

question 105

Multiple Choice

The hormone melatonin helps synchronize the sleep-wake cycle by means of

• A)stimulating the hypothalamus to activate the sleep cycle.
• B)triggering the SCN when the amount of light striking the retina declines.
• C)traveling to the amygdala to activate the sleep cycle.
• D)inducing feelings of drowsiness.
• E)inducing alertness just preceding awakening.

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