Asked by
Emily Mejia
on Dec 24, 2024
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Where is the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) located?
A) thalamus
B) cerebellum
C) basal ganglia
D) hypothalamus
Suprachiasmatic Nucleus
A tiny region in the brain's hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms, essentially acting as the body's internal clock.
Hypothalamus
A region of the brain that controls an array of bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, temperature regulation, and the release of many hormones.
Thalamus
A part of the brain that acts as a relay station, processing sensory and motor signals and regulating consciousness and sleep.
- Acquire knowledge on the biological aspects that contribute to consciousness, specifically the responsibilities of the SCN and pineal gland.
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JB
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the biological aspects that contribute to consciousness, specifically the responsibilities of the SCN and pineal gland.