The Inability to Recognize Unconventional Uses of Familiar Objects Represents

question 45

Short Answer

The inability to recognize unconventional uses of familiar objects represents a barrier to problem solving that is referred to as ________.

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Definitions:

Highest-Energy Structure

The conformation or arrangement of atoms in a molecule that has the highest potential energy, often least stable, compared to other conformations.

Molecular Collision

The process in which two or more particles (atoms, ions, molecules) come into close enough proximity to affect each other's trajectories or engage in a chemical reaction.

Activation Energy

The minimum amount of energy required to initiate a chemical reaction or the energy barrier to the reaction's progress.

Reaction-Energy Diagram

A graphical representation showing the energy of a system as reactants transform into products during a chemical reaction, usually highlighting energy barriers and stable intermediates.