Which of the Following Brain Areas Is Responsible for Secreting

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following brain areas is responsible for secreting melatonin?

• A) pineal gland
• B) suprachiasmic nuclei
• C) reticular formation
• D) substantia nigra

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A structure in the brain located above the brainstem, that serves as a relay station for transmitting sensory information to the cerebral cortex.

Hormone

Chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands that regulate various body functions and processes.

Gland

An organ in the body that secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.

Neurotransmitter

Chemicals in the nervous system that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, influencing mental processes and behavior.