Question

Melatonin is secreted by which of the following glands
1. Adrenal gland
2. Pineal gland
3. Pancreas
4. Thymus gland​

Answer 1

Answer:

Your correct option is 2.

Explanation:

Melatonin is secreted by pineal gland.

Extra Information

• Nature of this harmone is acidic.

• It's origin is ectodermal

Functions-

• It is present useful only in amphibians and reptiles or in the lower vertebrates.

• It is concerned with skin's colour change.

• It is responsible for providing light colour.

• Sexual behaviour is probably managed by this gland.

• It is useful for the maintenance of good and Normal rhythm of sleep wake process.

• It also helps in the maintenance of the body temperature.

• This is the reason behind attaining early puberty in the blind birth baby than normal children.

Answer 2

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More Information about Pineal Gland:-

• pineal gland is located in the epithalamus, near the center of the brain

• It modulate sleep patterns.

• Pineal gland is also known as third eye.

• The pineal gland is part of Endocrine system.

• It connects the Endocrine and nervous system.

• It synthesizes the hormone melatonin from the neurotransmitter serotonin.

• Sexual behavior is also managed by pineal gland.