Sleep Vocabulary

What is the primary hormone responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles in humans?

• Melatonin

• Cortisol

• Adrenaline

• Insulin

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for controlling sleep?

• Cerebellum

• Hypothalamus

• Medulla oblongata

• Cerebrum

What is the term for the natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours?

• Circadian rhythm

• Homeostasis

• Metabolism

• Photosynthesis

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Which stage of sleep is characterized by rapid eye movement and vivid dreams?

• NREM Stage 1

• NREM Stage 2

• NREM Stage 3

• REM

What is the effect of blue light exposure on sleep?

• Enhances melatonin production

• Delays melatonin production

• Has no effect

• Increases sleep quality

Which neurotransmitter is known to promote wakefulness and alertness?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Norepinephrine

• GABA

What is the term for a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep?

• Narcolepsy

• Insomnia

• Sleep apnea

• Restless legs syndrome

Which of the following is a common method used to measure brain activity during sleep?

• Electrocardiogram (ECG)

• Electroencephalogram (EEG)

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

• Computed tomography (CT)

What is the primary function of sleep in terms of memory?

• Memory consolidation

• Memory deletion

• Memory distortion

• Memory fragmentation

Which sleep stage is most important for physical restoration and growth?

• NREM Stage 1

• NREM Stage 2

• NREM Stage 3

• REM