Radon Is

question 35

Multiple Choice

Radon is

• A) the radioactive substance that will probably be used to irradiate and sterilize food.
• B) the main component in the radioactive fallout from nuclear weapons and nuclear power plant accidents.
• C) a type of electromagnetic radiation that is produced by the sun and partially penetrates Earth's atmosphere.
• D) a radioactive gas produced by the rocks and soil that can filter into houses.
• E) the chemically active element in asbestos.

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Definitions:

Autonomic Arousal

The activation of the autonomic nervous system, which can increase heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration rate, often as a response to stress or excitement.

Schachter and Singer

Psychologists who developed the two-factor theory of emotion, suggesting that emotion is based on physiological arousal and cognitive label.

Emotional Experience

The complex psychological state involving thoughts, behaviors, and physiological expressions felt during moments of affective reactions.

Euphoric

A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.