PGO Waves Are Usually Observed

question 38

Multiple Choice

 PGO waves are usually observed

• A) during stages 1 and 2 of NREM sleep.
• B) during all stages of NREM sleep.
• C) during REM sleep.
• D) immediately after the subject awakens.

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Definitions:

Haploid Egg

An egg cell that contains a single set of chromosomes, typical in many sexually reproducing organisms for the purpose of fertilization.

Diploid Sperm

Sperm cells that contain two sets of chromosomes, which is abnormal and can lead to fertility issues.

Direct Fitness

The reproductive success of an individual based on the number of offspring it directly produces and supports to adulthood.

Alarm-Calling

A behavior in which animals emit specific vocalizations to warn conspecifics of potential danger or predators.