When You First Put on a Pair of Tight-Fitting Pants

question 182

Multiple Choice

When you first put on a pair of tight-fitting pants in the morning you may be aware of pressure on your waist, however, after a few minutes the pants will not feel as tight as a result of

• A) tactile stretching.
• B) tactile continuity.
• C) sensory adaptation.
• D) sensory overload.

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Definitions:

Synovial Fluid

A lubricating fluid produced by the synovial membrane in joint cavities, aiding in smooth joint movements by reducing friction.

Articular Cartilage

Hyaline cartilage covering the ends of bones within a synovial joint.

Lubricating Film

A thin layer of liquid or semi-liquid substance applied to surfaces to reduce friction and wear.

Double Layer

A double layer often refers to structures composed of two levels of material, which in biological contexts, could imply the phospholipid bilayer of cell membranes or protective coatings.