Valeria has been blind since birth. She cannot see objects or light, but she is able to maintain a 24-hour circadian rhythm like other people. What part of Valeria's circadian system allows her to maintain her circadian rhythm?
A. rods
B. cones
C. melanopsin
D. occipital lobe
Answer: C
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