Choose the Best Description of a Scientific Law

question 41

Multiple Choice

Choose the best description of a scientific law.

• A) a statement that summarizes a large number of observations but does not provide an explanation
• B) the best scientific explanation currently in existence about the natural world; it has never been disproven by experimental results.
• C) a regulation that scientists must adhere to
• D) an informed first attempt to explain an observation
• E) a decision made by the scientific community about ethical conduct

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Definitions:

Sensory Deprivation

A condition in which one or more of the senses is diminished or eliminated.

Sensory Neglect

A condition where an individual fails to recognize or respond to stimuli on one side of the body, typically resulting from brain damage.

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors change their sensitivity to a stimulus over time, often resulting in a decrease in sensitivity to a constant stimulus.

Sensory Deprivation

A condition in which an individual receives significantly reduced sensory input, which can lead to various cognitive and psychological effects.