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Sabitri Thapa
on Oct 09, 2024
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Changes in melatonin secretion pattern can trigger ____ in many animals.
A) seasonal adjustments in appearance
B) daily adjustments in appearance
C) hibernation
D) insomnia
E) larval molting
Melatonin
A hormone that regulates sleep and wakefulness, produced by the pineal gland in the brain.
Seasonal Adjustments
Seasonal adjustments are statistical changes made to remove or reduce periodic and predictable fluctuations within data, often related to specific seasons or times of year.
Hibernation
A state of inactivity and metabolic depression in animals during winter to survive when food is scarce, characterized by lower body temperature, slow breathing, and heart rate.
- Identify the influence of external elements on hormone release and activity.
- Gain an understanding of the physiological changes resulting from hormonal imbalances.
Verified Answer
BC
Learning Objectives
- Identify the influence of external elements on hormone release and activity.
- Gain an understanding of the physiological changes resulting from hormonal imbalances.