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The hormonal factor responsible for circadian rhythm is formed from which amino acid?

A
Tyrosine
B
Tryptophan
C
Phenylalanine
D
Histidine
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Tryptophan In circadian rhythm maintenance melatonin is involved which is derived from tryptophan.Tryptophan is a precursor for synthesis of niacin (nicotinic acid), serotonin and melatonin.

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