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Ephedra, Used by Humans as a Stimulant and Appetite Suppressant

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Ephedra, used by humans as a stimulant and appetite suppressant, is a member of the__________group of gymnosperms.


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Generalization Gradient

A measure of how an organism responds to various stimuli that are similar but not identical to the conditioning stimulus, showing a gradation in response strength.

Perceptual Experience

The interpretation of sensory information to understand the environment around us.

Discrimination Learning

The process by which an organism learns to respond differently to similar stimuli based on their consequences, highlighting a differentiation capability.

Prefrontal Cortex

A part of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobes, critical for decision making, social behavior, and moderating complex cognitive behavior.

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