A 2007 Report Representing Dozens of the World's National Science

question 54

Multiple Choice

A 2007 report representing dozens of the world's national science academies recommended creating a sustainable world society by

• A) appointing more people to serve on committees to determine whether global warming is a threat or not.
• B) using energy more efficiently, putting a price on carbon emissions, and developing green energy sources.
• C) providing more of an open forum for climate change naysayers to speak out.
• D) searching for more oil and coal reserves on land and at sea.

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Definitions:

Memory

The process by which information is encoded, stored, and retrieved, allowing individuals to retain knowledge and experiences over time.

Emotion

A complex reaction pattern, involving experiential, behavioral, and physiological elements, by which an individual attempts to deal with a personally significant matter or event.

Substantia Nigra

A region of the brain involved in movement and reward, known for its role in disorders such as Parkinson's disease.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter in the brain associated with pleasure, movement, and the reward system.