Nucleic Acids Serve as a

question 41

Multiple Choice

Nucleic acids serve as a

• A) genetic code.
• B) means of energy production.
• C) genetic code and a method of cellular control.
• D) genetic code and a means of energy production.

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Definitions:

Stimulus Discrimination

The ability to distinguish between different stimuli, crucial in learning and behavior modification, where individuals learn to respond differently to contrasting stimuli.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state where an individual experiences discomfort due to holding contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values.

Behavioral Learning

The process of acquiring new behaviors or modifying existing ones through stimuli-response associations, often studied in psychology to understand human and animal behavior.

Reinforcement

A concept in psychology that strengthens a behavior or response, making it more likely to occur in the future.