A circadian rhythm refers to which of the following?
a. A 24-hour period of time.
b. Rhythmic breathing patterns when sleeping.
c. Persistent daytime sleepiness.
d. Sleep cycles.
a
Circadian rhythms are physical, mental and behavioural
changes that follow roughly a 24-hour cycle, responding primarily to light and darkness in the environment. Circadian
rhythms are produced by natural factors within the body,
but they are also affected by signals from the environment.
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