A Metaphorical Definition Is One That

question 85

Multiple Choice

A metaphorical definition is one that:

• A)has too many differentia
• B)only gives the literal meaning of the word, but leaves out important connotations
• C)makes you feel good about the word without telling you what it means
• D)includes abstract or technical terms
• E)doesn't convey the literal meaning of the concept, but only an analogy

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Definitions:

Heat Energy

Energy that results from the random movement of atoms, ions, or molecules; the greater the amount of heat energy in an object, the higher the object’s temperature.

Reversible Reactions

Chemical reactions that can proceed in both the forward and backward directions under certain conditions, achieving a state of equilibrium.

Exchange Reaction

A chemical reaction where parts of two reacting molecules are interchanged to produce new products.

Synthesis Reaction

A process where multiple substances merge to create a compound that is more complex.