From What You Currently Know,in a Spacecraft at a Point

question 20

Multiple Choice

From what you currently know,in a spacecraft at a point of weightlessness,which effect is most likely?

• A) Rotational equilibrium would be lacking and you could not detect head movement.
• B) Gravitational equilibrium would be altered since the otoliths would not be pulled down by gravity.
• C) Without gravity, there would be no vertigo.
• D) All balance systems would work similar to being on earth with normal gravity.
• E) There would be absolutely no sense of balance signals of either type without gravity.

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Definitions:

Primary Emotions

Emotions that are present in humans and other animals, and emerge early in life; examples are joy, anger, sadness, fear, and disgust.

Interest

The feeling of wanting to learn more about something or to be involved in something; also refers to a charge for borrowing money.

Self-Conscious Emotions

Emotions that require self-awareness, especially consciousness and a sense of “me”; examples include jealousy, empathy, and embarrassment.

Cognitive Reversals

The ability to switch perspectives or understanding that actions can be undone mentally, an important part of cognitive development.