The Eardrum Is Also Called The

question 58

Multiple Choice

The eardrum is also called the:

• A)basilar membrane.
• B)oval window.
• C)tympanic membrane.
• D)cochlea.

Analyze the influences of hormonal factors on fetal development and adult sexual orientation.

Examine the role of evolutionary psychology in explaining human mating preferences and strategies.

Recognize the differences in sexual behavior and preferences among genders and orientations.

Critique the limitations and criticisms of evolutionary psychology.

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Definitions:

Neurons

Nerve cells that serve as the building blocks of the nervous system, vital for carrying messages throughout the body.

Sodium Ions

Positively charged particles of sodium, essential for conducting nerve impulses and maintaining fluid balance in the body.

Synaptic Gap

The minuscule space between neurons across which neurotransmitters travel to transmit signals from one neuron to the next.

Biological Psychology

The scientific study of the links between biological (genetic, neural, hormonal) and psychological processes. Some biological psychologists call themselves behavioral neuroscientists, neuropsychologists, behavior geneticists, physiological psychologists, or biopsychologists.