Circadian rhythm is regulated by\
(A) Supra chiasmatic nucleus # CIRCADIAN RHYTHM is a roughly-24-hour cycle in the physiological processes of living beings, including plants, animals, fungi and cyanobacteria.> Circadian system 3 major components: Central oscillator or pace maker Afferent pathways which carry entraining environmental information to the oscillator Efferent pathways that communicate the rhythmicity of the oscillator to the physiology and behavior of the organism.> Circadian "clock" in mammals is located in the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), a distinct group of cells located in the hypothalamus.> Destruction of the SCN results in the complete absence of a regular sleep/wake rhythm.> SCN receives information about illumination through the eyes.
Supra chiasmatic nucleus
Neurohypophysis
Medulla
Pallidohypothalamic nucleus
Misc.