The pineal body is being discussed with a parent. The parent demonstrates the proper understanding of the pineal body's purpose when the parent states:
1. "The pineal body helps my child sleep.".
2. "The pineal body can improve my child's cognitive ability as he grows.".
3. "The pineal body will regulate the height of my child.".
4. "The pineal body can affect the timing of my child's puberty.".
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1. The pineal body controls the release of melatonin. Melatonin helps to regulate the sleep pattern.
2. There are no influences on the cognitive ability of the child from the pineal body.
3. The pineal body does not influence growth patterns.
4. The pineal body does not influence puberty.
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