Match each definition with the appropriate term.
-The synchronization of biological rhythms with external cues, such as fluctuations in daylight.

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Entrainment refers to the synchronization of biological rhythms with external cues, such as fluctuations in daylight.

Answer: B
 Circadian refers to the approximately 24-hour rhythms that are generated by the internal biological clock in humans and other animals.

Answer: C
 Endogenous refers to internal processes that operate within an organism, such as the 24-hour circadian clock.

Answer: D
 Tolerance refers to the body's ability to adapt to the effects of a particular drug, requiring larger doses to produce the same effect over time.

Answer: E
 Dissociation refers to an altered state of consciousness in which a person may feel disconnected from their surroundings or their own body.

Match Each Definition with the Appropriate Term