Which of the Following Was a Discovery That Had to Be

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a discovery that had to be made before human chromosomes could be correctly counted?

• A) how to use a hypotonic solution to swell nuclei
• B) how to visualize sperm nuclei
• C) how to visualize chromosomes
• D) when to see chromosomes separate from one another
• E) when to see chromosomes in pairs

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Definitions:

Emotional Insulation

A psychological defense mechanism where a person attempts to protect themselves from emotional stresses and shocks by distancing themselves from their feelings.

Emotion-Focused Coping

Coping strategies aimed at managing and reducing the intensity of negative emotions associated with stress, rather than addressing the root cause directly.

Problem-Focused Coping

A strategy for managing stress that involves directly addressing the cause of stress in a practical way.

Defensive Self-Deception

Defensive self-deception is a psychological mechanism where individuals unconsciously deny or rationalize undesirable truths about themselves to protect their self-esteem.