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Do plants sleep?

Brains On! Science podcast for kids

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For humans, your bodies want to rest at night and wake in the morning. plants also have a circadian cycle that follows the rising and setting of the sun. That means they're getting active as the sun comes out and slowing down when it gets dark. So what does getting active mean for a plant? They can't exactly pop out of bed, eat a bowl of cereal, and start the day. Here, let me show you.

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