As of the Time of the Publication of the Textbook

question 38

Multiple Choice

As of the time of the publication of the textbook, how many planets have been discovered using the Doppler method?

• A)70
• B)7
• C)7000
• D)700

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Definitions:

Biological Clock

An internal system that controls the timing of biological processes and behaviors, such as sleep and fertility cycles.

Modafinil

A stimulant medication used to treat sleep disorders such as narcolepsy, promoting wakefulness and alertness.

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A region of the brain located in the hypothalamus, responsible for controlling circadian rhythms, including the sleep-wake cycle.

Biological Clock

A mechanism present in organisms that enables them to regulate their bodily rhythms and behaviors in sync with the day-night cycle.