Human Biology, 14 Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 16 - Assess - Page 357: 15

Answer

d.

Work Step by Step

The pineal gland in the brain produces more melatonin at night to cause us to feel sleepy and less melatonin in the morning to make us wake up. This type of sleep-wake cycle is called a circadian rhythm.
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