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Circadian rhythms are
 
  a. endogenous cycles of activity over the course of a day.
  b. not found in plants.
  c. learned patterns of daily activity.
  d. annual changes in behavior (such as migration).
  e. monthly cycles of reproductive activity.

Question 2

A hamster, when put in endless darkness, will display activity that fits a 23-hour day. This rhythm that the hamster is displaying is a(n)
 
  a. endogenous rhythm.
  b. pacemaker.
  c. entrained rhythm.
  d. internal rhythm.
  e. external rhythm.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a. endogenous cycles of activity over the course of a day.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a. endogenous rhythm.



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