Which of the following is an accurate description of the effects of zeitgebers on the body's internal clocks?
A) Both the SCN and peripheral clocks are affected more by light than any other type of zeitgeber.
B) The SCN is more affected by light, whereas the peripheral clocks are more affected by feeding patterns.
C) The peripheral clocks are more affected by light, whereas the SCN is more affected by physical activity.
D) Both the SCN and peripheral clocks are affected more by physical activity and feeding patterns than by light.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The SCN is primarily regulated by light and is therefore more affected by it than peripheral clocks. However, peripheral clocks are more affected by feeding patterns than light.

Which of the Following Is an Accurate Description of the Effects