When the Moon Is near the Horizon,it Appears Larger Than

question 88

Multiple Choice

When the Moon is near the horizon,it appears larger than when it is high in the sky. This effect is primarily a result of

• A)the slightly dimmer appearance of the horizon Moon.
• B)the scattering of the horizon Moon's light waves,which penetrate the atmosphere at an angle.
• C)distance cues,which make the horizon Moon seem farther away.
• D)the brighter appearance of the horizon Moon.

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Definitions:

Genetic Linkage Studies

Studies in which researchers examine families that have a high incidence of a particular psychiatric disorder. Within these extended families the researchers look for the presence of particular traits (called genetic markers) that can be linked to the occurrence of the disorder.

Psychiatric Disorder

A mental disorder or illness that significantly interferes with an individual’s cognitive, emotional, or social abilities, often diagnosed and treated within the field of psychiatry.

Genetic Markers

Specific sequences of DNA or RNA that can be used to identify individuals or species and are often used to study the relationship between an inherited disease and its genetic cause.

Extended Families

A family structure that goes beyond the nuclear family, including relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, often living close to or with each other.