Asked by Olivia Cuccolo on May 10, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of NREM sleep?

A) low respiration
B) low brain activity
C) large muscles are paralyzed
D) growth hormone is secreted

NREM Sleep

Non-Rapid Eye Movement Sleep, a restorative sleep phase that includes stages 1 through 3, characterized by progressively deeper levels of relaxation and reduced physiological activity.

Growth Hormone

A peptide hormone that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration in humans and other animals.

Brain Activity

The functioning of the brain involving complex processes signaled by electrical impulses and chemical neurotransmitters.

  • Examine the distinct properties of REM versus NREM sleep.
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Nurul Aina GhazaliMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Large muscles are not paralyzed during NREM sleep. This is a feature of REM (rapid eye movement) sleep.