Category: Everyday Science | Last updated: 2026-09-18

Which sleep disorder is characterized by repeated pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep, often leading to loud snoring and excessive daytime fatigue?

A) Insomnia
B) Narcolepsy
C) Restless legs syndrome
D) Sleep apnea

Explanation

Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts, leading to fragmented sleep and often loud snoring, resulting in excessive daytime sleepiness and other health issues.

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