Body rhythms and circadian · Physiology

Which statement best describes circadian rhythms?

  1. They depend entirely on external environmental cues
  2. They arise from random, disorganized neural activity
  3. They persist without external cues
  4. They occur strictly during sleep
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Correct answer: They persist without external cues

Circadian rhythms are endogenously generated and persist without external cues. Environmental signals mainly serve to synchronize them.

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