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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 29

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18th November 2021 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q29

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_______ is secreted by the pineal gland.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Melatonin.

  • Melatonin is a hormone that our brain produces in response to darkness.
  • It regulates night and day cycles or sleep-wake cycles.
  • People most commonly use melatonin for insomnia and improving sleep in different conditions, such as jet lag.
  • It is also used for depression, chronic pain, dermentia and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support most of these uses.