Jack is studying for a quiz and records in his notes that the SCN is the ______ and ________.
A) suprachiasmatic nucleus; is the only biological clock in the body.
B) superficial cortical nucleus; is one of multiple, independent biological clocks in the body.
C) suprachiasmatic nucleus; may be viewed as the body's "master clock."
D) superficial cortical nucleus; responds more slowly to phase shifts than clocks in other types of tissue.

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The suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) is known as the body's "master clock" as it has the most influence over circadian rhythms and is the primary biological clock in the body.

Jack Is Studying for a Quiz and Records in His