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Pineal Gland- a hormone-secreting part of the diencephalon of the brain thought to be involved in setting the biological clock and influencing reproductive function.
(Human Anatomy & Physiology, Marieb and Hoehn, 7th Edition)
Literal Meaning of "Pineal":
- having the form of a pine cone
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∙ 7y agoA pea-sized conical mass of tissue behind the third ventricle of the brain, secreting a hormone-like substance in some mammals.
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Define pineal gland?
"any" disorder of the pineal gland is pinealopathy.
What is the bdifference between the pineal gland and the pineal body?
No Difference.^_^
What cone-shaped structure attached to upper posterior portion of diencephalon?
Pineal Gland
Is the pineal gland the lightest organ on the body?
If based on the premise that the pineal gland is the smallest organ in the body, then it could be argued that yes, the pineal gland is also the lightest organ in the body. It also called the pineal body, or "third eye" and is located between the two hemispheres of the brain.
Can people live without a pineal gland?
Yes, people can live without a pineal gland. They will be able to have normal lives.
What does the term pineal mean literally?
"pine cone shaped"
What verse in the bible represents the pioneer gland?
I think you mean Pineal Gland? There is no verse in biblical text, that I am aware of, concerning the pineal gland specifically. You can read biological studies related to the pineal gland of the brain to understand what man knows about how it works.
What is the disease of the pineal gland?
Pinealoma (pineal/o meaning pineal gland and -oma meaning tumor)PinelomaPinealomaA pinealoma can disrupt the production of melatonin.
Define pineal gland?
"any" disorder of the pineal gland is pinealopathy.
I think by penial yo?
I think by penial you mean pineal gland tumor, is that true?
What is the bdifference between the pineal gland and the pineal body?
No Difference.^_^
Does a cat have a pineal gland?
Yes. The pineal gland produces melatonin. The pineal gland is also known as a "third eye" for intuition.
What structure secretes the hormone melatonin?
pineal gland
What gland produces melatonin?
pineal gland
Which is bigger the pituitary glands or pineal glands?
The Pineal gland is the larger of the two.
What endocrine gland is located near the base of the cerebrum which secretes melatonin?
The pineal gland (or, epiphysis) synthesizes and secretes melatonin.
Do animals have pineal glands?
Yes, many animals along with humans have the pineal gland.
