The Increasing Gap in Understanding of the Real, Natural World

question 2

Multiple Choice

The increasing gap in understanding of the real, natural world on the part of the younger generation has been termed ________.

• A) knowledge deficit disorder
• B) attention deficit disorder
• C) economic deficit disorder
• D) nature deficit disorder

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Definitions:

Protein Fibers

Long, filamentous proteins such as collagen or keratin that provide structural support and strength to cells and tissues.

Connective Tissue

Tissue that supports, connects, or separates different types of tissues and organs in the body, characterized by few cells and various fibers embedded in a large amount of extracellular matrix.

Elastin

Yellow, elastic, fibrous mucoprotein that is the major connective tissue protein of elastic structures (e.g., large blood vessels and elastic ligaments).

Collagen

A primary structural protein found in the skin and connective tissues, providing strength and elasticity.