Draw connections between DREAMS and the subjects of physics, chemistry, biology, and maths. Be creative and remember to put down your ANSWERS as comments by November 5, 2023. REMEMBER- the best answer gets a SHOUT-OUT on our blog (and our YouTube channel, and wins a gift or a coupon/ gift card). I will REVEAL MY ANSWERS soon, so STAY TUNED, and as always happy LEARNING!
1. Physics:
- Time Dilation: Dreams can sometimes feel longer or shorter than they actually are, which relates to the concept of time dilation in physics. Some say that time in dreams is nearly identical to time in waking life. The human brain is inaccurate in measuring time, leading to discrepancies between perceived time and actual time.
2. Chemistry:
- Neurochemistry: The brain's chemicals influence dreams. Neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine can affect dream states. During REM sleep, some neurotransmitters are more pronounced while others are suppressed. These include:
Dopamine: Some researchers link dopamine to hallucinations
Serotonin: Switches off activation of the forebrain
- Hallucinogens: Certain chemicals can alter dream experiences by affecting brain chemistry. Psychedelics induce dreamlike subjective experiences. For example, psilocybin increases the number of active networks, which tips the mind into a “chaotic regime,” causing psychological effects, such as a dream-like state.
3. Biology:
- Sleep Cycles: The biology of sleep cycles is crucial to comprehending the stages of dreaming, including REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep. Dreams can occur during any stage of sleep, but they are most vivid and memorable during the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) stage. During REM sleep, brain activity increases significantly compared to non-REM stages.
4. Maths: Although maths doesn't have direct links to dreams, statistical analysises can help us understand them better!
- Patterns: Dreams often involve intricate patterns and sequences, which can be analyzed mathematically.