You and a Friend Watched the Big Game Together and He

question 15

Multiple Choice

You and a friend watched the big game together and he is convinced that the refs were clearly favoring your team. But you watched the very same game with the very same refs and you are equally sure that the refs favored his team. Clearly, _______ is at work here.

• A) selective recall
• B) selective perception
• C) differential dissonance
• D) selective attention

Understand the role of hair cells in sound perception and balance.

Recognize the impact of infections and loud noises on ear health.

Differentiate between the visual systems of arthropods and vertebrates.

Understand the structure and function of the human eye.

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Definitions:

Free Radicals

Highly reactive molecules with unpaired electrons, capable of causing oxidative damage to cells and DNA.

Absorption

The process by which substances are taken up into or across tissues, such as the absorption of nutrients by the intestines.

Gingivitis

A common and mild form of gum disease (periodontal disease) that causes irritation, redness, and swelling (inflammation) of your gingiva, the part of your gum around the base of your teeth.

Periodontitis

A serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroys the bone supporting teeth, potentially leading to tooth loss.