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How does the extra mucus in a runny nose protect against microbial infection?


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REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, vivid dreaming, and increased brain activity, playing a key role in learning and memory.

Beta Rhythms

Brain waves that are associated with active, alert cognition and wakefulness, typically occurring in a frequency range of 12–30 Hz.

Respiration

The physiological process of inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide from the body, essential for maintaining life.

Hypnosis

A trance-like state of focused attention and heightened suggestibility, often used for therapeutic purposes.

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