Which Statement About Circannual Rhythms Is False

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which statement about circannual rhythms is false?

• A) The suprachiasmatic nuclei (SCN) also serve as the master clock for circannual rhythms.
• B) An annual biological clock is important in timing migration.
• C) Circannual rhythms help animals keep track of the time of year.
• D) Endogenous circannual rhythms are especially important when changes in photoperiod are unavailable as seasonal cues.
• E) An annual biological clock is important to hibernators.

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