Physiology Quiz -
Sleep - Part 1

In spite of the importance of sleep to our mental, emotional, and physical well-being, our knowledge of the physiology of sleep is rather limited. We know from personal experience that lack of sleep leads to reduced mental alertness, diminished mental and physical performance, mood changes, and many other symptoms, all of which appear to be readily "cured" by getting "enough" sleep. Yet, how much sleep one needs is highly variable among individuals, and the reason for this variability is not at all clear. Human and animal studies are only beginning to elucidate the physiological factors and processes that are influenced by sleep deprivation. Test your basic knowledge of the physiology of sleep by taking this simple quiz.