Biological Rhythms Flashcards by Greyson Greaves | Brainscape

Q

What are the 3 types of biological rhythms?

A

Circadian
Infradian
Ultradian

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How long is a circadian rhythms?

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Around a day

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How long is an Infradian rhythms?

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Less than once in 24 hours

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How long is an ultradian rhythms?

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Shorter than 24 hours

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Example of a circadian rhythm?

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Sleep-wake cycle

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Examples of Infradian rhythms?

A

Menstrual

SAD

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Example of an ultradian rhythms?

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Stages of sleep

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