Why Do We Yawn

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Science, Health Sciences, Biology
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11th Grade - University
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Hard
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1.
Multiple Choice
What is the primary reason for yawning according to recent studies?
To increase oxygen levels in the body
To signal tiredness
To cool down the brain
To improve blood circulation
2.
Multiple Choice
Which part of the brain is primarily involved in processing sensory information during yawning?
Cerebellum
Forebrain
Hippocampus
Brainstem
3.
Multiple Choice
How does stretching the jaws during a yawn affect the body?
It causes the brain to overheat
It decreases blood flow to the brain
It increases blood flow to the skull
It reduces oxygen intake
4.
Multiple Choice
What did the experiment involving hot and cold packets reveal about yawning?
Yawning is unrelated to brain temperature
Cold temperatures increase yawning frequency
Hot temperatures increase yawning frequency
Yawning is triggered by external noise
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Multiple Choice
What practical advice is given for when you can't stop yawning in a warm environment?
Take a deep breath
Close your eyes and rest
Drink a cold beverage
Move to a cooler place
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