The Significance of Galvani's Experiment Involving Stimulation of an Isolated

question 15

Multiple Choice

The significance of Galvani's experiment involving stimulation of an isolated frog muscle is that it proved that

• A) fluid flow along nerves causes muscles to contract.
• B) the muscles are activated by electrical nerve signals.
• C) reflexes can be explained using a hydraulic model.
• D) a reflex is a process controlled by the mind.
• E) the mind controls the movements of the body.

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Definitions:

Performance

The act of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of conforming to stereotypes about one's social group, which can hinder performance and behavior.

Social Identity Threat

The experience of feeling at risk of confirming a negative stereotype about one's social group, which can negatively affect performance and wellbeing.

Self-affirmation

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals can maintain their sense of self-integrity by telling themselves (affirming) positive truths about themselves.