The ________ in the hypothalamus regulates the body's circadian rhythms.

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The suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) is a small group of cells located in the hypothalamus that acts as the body's internal clock, regulating circadian rhythms such as sleep-wake cycles, hormone secretion, and body temperature. The other options, retinal ganglion, ventromedial area, and lateral geniculate nucleus, are all structures within the brain but do not play a primary role in regulating circadian rhythms.

The ________ in the Hypothalamus Regulates the Body's Circadian Rhythms