​Match the Following Terms or Phrases with the Correct Description

question 16

Multiple Choice

​Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.
-​Retrovirus

• A)​A classification system based on common ancestors, phylogenic relationships, and evolutionary changes.
• B)​Protein molecules which comprise the capsule around viral nucleic acids.
• C)​A condition of destruction of brain matter from pathogenic invasion.
• D)​A division of taxonomic hierarchy smaller than kingdom and larger than class.
• E)​Group of microbes which have ancient roots and similarities with unicellular and multicellular microbial organisms.
• F)​Viral particles which infect bacterial cells.
• G)​The study of all classes and types of prokaryotic organisms.
• H)​Group of organisms characterized by the presence of a nucleus within the cell structure.
• I)​A non-living pathogen which contains reverse transcriptase that synthesizes DNA from an RNA template.
• J)The complete set of an organism's DNA, RNA, chromosomes, and genes.

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Definitions:

Response Strength

The extent or intensity of an organism's reaction to a specific stimulus or series of stimuli, often used in behaviorism to measure learning or conditioning.

Self-modification

Refers to the process of altering one's behavior, thoughts, or emotions in a conscious effort to improve oneself.

Positive Reinforcement

The strengthening of a response (increases in frequency) because it is followed by the arrival of a (presumably) pleasant stimulus.

Unrealistic Optimism

The belief that positive outcomes are more probable and negative outcomes are less probable for oneself compared to others, often ignoring statistical reality.