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What type of signal is brief and can work among obstructions at night?
Suprachiasmatic Nucleus
Main biological clock; located in the hypothalamus. Important in setting circadian rhythms.
Pineal Gland
Endocrine gland located in the brain.
Cerebral Cortex
The outer layer of neural tissue of the cerebrum of the brain, playing a key role in memory, attention, perception, cognition, awareness, thought, language, and consciousness.
Limbic System
A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved with instinct and mood. It controls the basic emotions and drives.
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