Jeff Is Writing a Term Paper on the Role of Melatonin

question 537

Multiple Choice

Jeff is writing a term paper on the role of melatonin. He decides to emphasize the important role that this hormone plays in regard to:

• A) the response to drugs, such as caffeine and nicotine.
• B) the masculinizing effects on the testes.
• C) daily biological rhythms and sleep.
• D) physical changes in girls at puberty.

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