Mandi Is Studying for Her Biopsychology Exam by Creating a Diagram

question 21

Multiple Choice

Mandi is studying for her biopsychology exam by creating a diagram for the parts of the human nervous system. Her diagram shows two basic divisions, the peripheral nervous system and the central nervous system; each of these systems is further divided and then subdivided. Mandi is using

• A) the method of loci.
• B) the spacing effect.
• C) the keyword method.
• D) the hierarchy technique.

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Definitions:

Polar Molecules

Molecules that have distinct regions of positive and negative charge, leading to an uneven distribution of electrons across the molecule.

Proteolytic Enzyme

An enzyme that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides or amino acids by hydrolysis of the peptide bonds.

Facilitated Diffusion

A process of passive transport, mediated by carrier proteins, allowing molecules to cross cell membranes along a concentration gradient.

Sodium-Potassium Exchange

A cellular process involving the active transport of sodium and potassium ions across the cell membrane, crucial for maintaining cellular and electrochemical functions.