Which Class of Pollutants Can Cause a Population Explosion of Aerobic

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which class of pollutants can cause a population explosion of aerobic bacteria? 

• A) inorganic chemicals 
• B) organic chemicals 
• C) oxygen-demanding waste 
• D) disease-causing agents

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Definitions:

Desensitization

The type of sensory adaptation in which we become less sensitive to constant stimuli. Also called negative adaptation.

Reinforcement Schedules

The strategies implemented in the timing and frequency of reinforcing stimuli following desired behaviors.

Commuter Trains

Trains primarily used for transporting passengers between places of residence and places of work or study.

Fixed-interval Schedule

A type of reinforcement schedule in behaviorism where rewards are delivered at consistent time intervals after a desired behavior is performed.