The Production of ________ by ________ Is Thought to Be

question 39

Multiple Choice

The production of ________ by ________ is thought to be a major contributor to the biodeterioration of stone building materials.

• A) oxalic acid / fungi
• B) sulfuric acid / sulfate reducers
• C) nitric acid / nitrate reducers
• D) carbonic acid / lichens

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Definitions:

Ultimate Attribution Error

A bias in which negative behaviors of out-group members are attributed to their character, while similar behaviors by in-group members are attributed to situational factors.

Intergroup Contact

The interaction between members of different social, ethnic, or cultural groups, which can reduce prejudice and improve intergroup relations.

Institutional Support

The assistance and resources provided by organizations or institutions, especially in educational, social, or professional settings, to facilitate goals or well-being.

Social Identity Theory

A theory positing that individuals define themselves in terms of group memberships and these group identifications influence behavior and attitudes.