biological rhythms Flashcards
1
Q
what are biological rhythms?
A
regular repreated pattern our body goes through
2
Q
how many differnt biological rhythms are there?
A
3
3
Q
what are the 3 biological rhythms called?
A
. infraradian
. circadian
. ultraradian
4
Q
what is an infradian rhythm?
A
rhythm that lasts more than a day
once a month
5
Q
what is a circadian rhythm?
A
a rhythm that lasts about a day
24 hour cycle
6
Q
what is a ultraradian rhythm?
A
rhythm that lasts less than a day
4 hour cycle