Which of the Statements Below About the Circadian Clock Is

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which of the statements below about the circadian clock is NOT correct?

• A)A circadian clock is a set of molecular mechanisms that cycle on their own and keep a regular rhythm.
• B)Physiological or behavioral aspects of an animal are controlled by its biological clock.
• C)Circadian clocks regulate daily rhythms such as feeding, sleeping, hormone production, and core body temperature.
• D)Circadian clocks are dependent on a set of clock genes.
• E)Circadian clocks are completely dependent on the movement of the sun.

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Definitions:

Tracheostomy Care

The routine maintenance and care of a tracheostomy site, including cleaning and changing the tube, to ensure the patient's airway remains clear and to prevent infection.

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