When our circadian clocks are not reset each day,they run on what is called a cycle which is a little longer than 24 hours.This is called a ______________ circadian rhythm.

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A free-running circadian rhythm refers to a rhythm that is not synchronized to external cues such as light and dark cycles. When our circadian clocks are not reset each day, they can continue to run on their own free-running rhythm which may be slightly longer or shorter than 24 hours.

When Our Circadian Clocks Are Not Reset Each Day,they Run