Although Discussed with the Bacteria,Rickettsias Are Small Obligate Intracellular Parasites

question 50

True/False

Although discussed with the bacteria,Rickettsias are small obligate intracellular parasites and are therefore more properly classified as viruses.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting cognitions (beliefs, attitudes, or values).

Making Attributions

The process of explaining one's own behavior and the behavior of others by assigning causes to these behaviors.

Dissonance Levels

A term used to describe the amount of conflict or inconsistency between an individual's beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors, leading to a state of psychological discomfort.

Initial Impressions

The first and quick opinions we form about others upon meeting them, which are often based on their appearance and behavior.