Is also referred to as the Epiphysis

Is a gland that is part of the Endocrine system

It is located near the center of the brain

This is a very small gland whose main purpose is the production of melatonin

Melatonin is a hormone that affects the sleep and wake patterns.

Melatonin release is attributed to darkness while light causes melatonin production to decrease.

Development – This gland is much larger while in adolescents prior to puberty