q what is the pineal glandthe pineal gland also


Q. What is the pineal gland?

The pineal gland also known as epiphysis or pineal body is situated centrally in the head. It secretes the hormone melatonin. A hormone produced at night and related to the regulation of the circadian cycle or circadian rhythm and the wakefulness-sleep cycle. Melatonin possibly regulates a lot of body functions related to the night-day alternation.

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