Which Statement Is FALSE with Respect to Sleep in Different

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which statement is FALSE with respect to sleep in different species?

• A) Birds do not sleep.
• B) All animals are impaired by sleep deprivation.
• C) Similar mechanisms control sleep across species.
• D) Some animals sleep standing up.

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Definitions:

Hypermetabolic State

A condition in which the body metabolizes energy at an increased rate, often due to illness, injury, or metabolic disorders.

Electrolyte Imbalance

A condition in which the levels of electrolytes in your body are either too high or too low, affecting bodily functions.

Fever

A temporary increase in body temperature often due to an illness, serving as a common immune response to infection or inflammation.

Purposeful Annotation

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