circadian

Definizione monolingua

circadian

circadian (comparative more circadian, superlative most circadian)

1. (biology) of, relating to, or showing rhythmic behaviour with a period of 24 hours; especially of a biological process
   • 2000, Arnold Sameroff, et al., Handbook of Developmental Psychopathology, page 310

     The circadian clock is involved in the regulation of the diurnal sleep-wake cycle, […].

   • 2002, Jill B. Becker, Behavioral Endocrinology, page 483

     To summarize, the circadian system, particularly the SCN, controls the circadian pattern of melatonin release in mammals.

   • 2005, Paul Martin, Counting Sheep: The Science and Pleasures of Sleep and Dreams, page 114

     The most obvious circadian rhythm is the daily cycle of sleep and activity.

Definizione dizionario circadian

	circadiano
	circadian

Altri significati:

(biology) of, relating to, or showing rhythmic behaviour with a period of 24 hours; especially of a biological process