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Billy Zinnershine
on Oct 26, 2024
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Which of the following provides evidence that our 24-hour sleep-waking cycle is the result of a built-in mechanism?
A) some people sleep only 5-6 hours a night; others sleep 7-8 hours.
B) only a little more sleep is needed after an active day than after a busy day.
C) people who live in a near-polar region still generate close to a 24-hour cycle of sleeping and being awake.
D) people who are forced to stay awake for long periods of time develop severe health problems.
Built-In Mechanism
An inherent procedure, function, or process that is an integral part of a system or organism, often referring to biological or psychological processes.
Sleep-Waking Cycle
The natural, cyclical pattern of alternating states of sleep and wakefulness in a 24-hour period.
Near-Polar Region
Areas close to the North or South Pole, characterized by extreme cold temperatures, unique ecosystems, and seasonal variations in daylight.
- Absorb the idea and ramifications of circadian rhythms concerning sleep-wake rhythms.
- Recognize the role of environmental factors in adjusting or resetting circadian rhythms.
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Learning Objectives
- Absorb the idea and ramifications of circadian rhythms concerning sleep-wake rhythms.
- Recognize the role of environmental factors in adjusting or resetting circadian rhythms.