The Difference Between Living and Nonliving Matter Depends Not Only

question 62

Multiple Choice

The difference between living and nonliving matter depends not only on the kinds of atoms and molecules present, but on their ____ as well.

• A) chemical complexity
• B) electrons
• C) organization and interactions
• D) atomic profile
• E) energy levels

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Definitions:

Katz

Likely refers to Daniel Katz, an American psychologist known for his contributions to social psychology and the study of attitudes.

Ego-Defensive Function

A psychological mechanism in which individuals adopt attitudes or behaviors to protect their self-esteem or justify actions that might be unacceptable or threatening to their ego.

Attitude Functions

The roles that attitudes play in the cognitive and social processes of an individual, such as expressing values or guiding actions.

Value-Expressive Function

A psychological function wherein attitudes and preferences express the individual's central values and self-concept.