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    Melatonin is produced by

    A)  thymus                        

    B)  skin

    C)  pituitary             

    D)         pineal gland  

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     Melatonin is secreted by pineal gland present between the cerebral hemispheres. Melatonin concentration in blood follows a diurnal cycle, it rises in the evening and drops at noon. Melatonin lightens skin colour in certain animals and regulates working of gonads.


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