chapter 4.1 Flashcards
1
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What is consciousness?
A
Consciousness = Arousal + Awareness
2
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What are the types of awareness?
A
Low awareness (inattention, mindlessness)
High awareness (mindfulness, controlled processing)
3
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What device is used to monitor brain electrical activity?
A
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
4
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What are the different brain wave patterns and their frequencies?
A
Beta: 13-24 cps (alert, awake)
Alpha: 8-12 cps (relaxed, drowsy)
Theta: 4-7 cps (light sleep)
Delta: <4 cps (deep sleep)
5
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What are circadian rhythms?
A
24-hour biological cycles regulating sleep, alertness, hormone secretion, and body temperature.
6
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How does jet lag affect circadian rhythms?
A
Traveling east (shorter days) disrupts sleep more than traveling west (longer days).
