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Einstein Proposed That Electrons on the Surface of a Metal

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Einstein proposed that electrons on the surface of a metal gradually absorb energy from photons until they have enough energy to leave the surface.


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Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus that, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior happening again.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal following a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that gains its reinforcing power through its association with a primary reinforcer; not naturally rewarding.

Negative Reinforcement

A psychological principle where the removal of an adverse stimulus strengthens a behavior.

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