Are You a Morning or an Evening Person?

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Topic

Anatomy & Physiology
Animal Behavior

Scientific Skills & Literacy
Science as a Social Process

Resource Type

Interactive Media
Click & Learn

Level

High School — General High School — AP/IB College

Saved By

20 Users

Description

Being a morning or an evening person is partly dependent on a one’s biological clock. The biological clock is an internal timekeeping mechanism that regulates circadian rhythms, biological processes that operate on 24-hour cycles. This Click & Learn can serve as a quick engagement tool for discussing circadian rhythms.

Estimated Time

One 50-minute class period.

Key Terms

biological clock, circadian rhythm, sleep

Terms of Use

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