The ________ Is a Long,thin Bundle of Nerves,fluid,and Support Cells

question 72

Multiple Choice

The ________ is a long,thin bundle of nerves,fluid,and support cells that extends from the brain down the back.

• A)spinal cord
• B)spinal column
• C)vertebrae
• D)backbone

Explain the phenomena of extinction, spontaneous recovery, stimulus generalization, and discrimination in classical conditioning.

Identify and understand the role of negative and positive reinforcers in shaping behavior.

Distinguish between different types of reinforcement schedules and their effects on behavior.

Realize the impact of conditioning studies on the field of behaviorism and psychological thought.

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Definitions:

Indicator Species

Organisms used to assess the health of an environment or ecosystem because their presence, abundance, or lack thereof reflects specific environmental conditions.

Keystone Species

A species that has a disproportionately large impact on its ecosystem, influencing the types and numbers of other species in a community.

Pioneer Species

First species to colonize previously disrupted or damaged ecosystems, initiating an ecological succession that leads to a more biodiverse steady-state ecosystem.

Keystone Species

A vital species within an ecosystem whose presence significantly influences the biodiversity and stability of the environment.