Which of the Following Cations Is a Component of Vitamin

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following cations is a component of vitamin B₁₂?

• A) Li⁺
• B) Mg²⁺
• C) Ca²⁺
• D) Co²⁺
• E) Hg²⁺

Recognize diagnostic tests for various endocrine disorders.

Describe the roles and dysfunctions of different endocrine glands.

Understand the metabolic effects of different hormones.

Identify minerals essential for the functioning of specific endocrine glands.

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Definitions:

Operant Behavior

A behavioral concept that involves an organism's actions being influenced by the consequences that follow, as described in operant conditioning.

Reinforcement

In behaviorist psychology, it refers to any stimulus that strengthens or increases the probability of a specific response or behavior by delivering a reward or removing an unpleasant stimulus.

Variable-Ratio Schedule

In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule where responses are rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to high and steady response rates.

Piece-Rate Pay

A compensation system where workers are paid a fixed rate for each unit of production completed, motivating higher productivity.