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Sleep wake cycles are regulated by the?
pineal gland
Which processes in animal are regulated by circadian rhythms?
Sleep and wake cycles
What influences sleep wake cycles?
The hormone melatonin, which is secreted by the pineal gland.
What area of the brainstem plays a role in consciousness and the wake sleep cycles?
Pineal Body
How long does it take to go through the sleep cycle?
Depends on the age of the person, for adults it's approximately seven to eight hours per night. However you do have cycles during your sleep, these are "REM" and "non REM" sleep. These cycles last roughly ninety minutes each, not a great idea to wake abruptly from REM sleep cycle as this can cause you to wake up like the Gringe!
Why does endocrine system called as human body clock?
The pineal gland produces hormones which regulate wake/sleep cycles.
What is the medical term meaning type of coma in which the patient exhibits alternating sleep and wake cycles?
The medical term for a type of coma where the patient displays alternating sleep and wake cycles is called a "vegetative state" or "unresponsive wakefulness syndrome." It is a state of wakefulness without awareness often seen in severe brain injuries or disorders.
Does fluorescent light affect health especially blue?
Yes.Blue light that is given off disproportionately by video monitors and fluorescent light can disrupt the normal sleep/ wake cycles and make it hard to sleep at night.
When do dolphins go to sleep and wake up?
They sleep in at night and wake up in the morning.
How do i wake sleep?
you get under covers and sleep.
Why Furby wake when I get him to sleep?
Furby does wake up when you get him to sleep because he is suffering from what is called insomnia.
What happens if you wake a sleep walker?
They wake up
