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Melatonin is secreted by __________ which is located at __________ .
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| (i) | (ii) |
| Pineal | Dorsal side of the forebrain |
The Pineal Gland
Location : Dorsal side of forebrain.
Hormone secreted : Melatonin.
Functions of melatonin :
Melatonin is very important for the regulation of a 24-hour (diurnal) rhythm of our body.
Example : It helps in maintaining the normal rhythms of sleep-wake cycle, body temperature, etc.
It also affects - metabolism, pigmentation, menstrual cycle and our immune system.
Location : Dorsal side of forebrain.
Hormone secreted : Melatonin.
Functions of melatonin :
Melatonin is very important for the regulation of a 24-hour (diurnal) rhythm of our body.
Example : It helps in maintaining the normal rhythms of sleep-wake cycle, body temperature, etc.
It also affects - metabolism, pigmentation, menstrual cycle and our immune system.
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