On a Continuum of Internal to External Influences on Development

question 107

Multiple Choice

On a continuum of internal to external influences on development, physical development lies on the internal end of the continuum, whereas social development lies on the external end. This implies that

• A) physical development is not influenced by external forces, nor is social development influenced by internal forces.
• B) physical development will occur normally with minimal environmental support, whereas social development requires strong environmental support.
• C) physical and social development do not influence each other.
• D) physical development cannot be changed by external forces, whereas social development can.
• E) development must take place under carefully controlled conditions.

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Definitions:

Large Crystals

Mineral crystals that have grown to a visibly significant size, often indicating slow cooling from a molten state.

Glassy Texture

The characteristic appearance of certain rocks and minerals that exhibit a glass-like, smooth, and shiny surface, often resulting from rapid cooling of molten material.

Volcanic Ash

Fine particles of pulverized rock ejected from a volcano during an eruption, can cause damage to aircraft and affect climate.

Welded Igneous Texture

Characteristic of volcanic rock that forms when hot volcanic ash and debris fuse together under high temperature and pressure.