Biological Rhythms
An exploration of circadian, infradian, and ultradian rhythms. Students will examine the crucial roles of endogenous pacemakers and exogenous zeitgebers in regulating these cycles.
About This Topic
An exploration of circadian, infradian, and ultradian rhythms. Students will examine the crucial roles of endogenous pacemakers and exogenous zeitgebers in regulating these cycles.
Key Questions
- How does the sleep-wake cycle function as a circadian rhythm?
- What role does the suprachiasmatic nucleus play in biological timing?
- How does shift work disrupt our natural biological rhythms?
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