Describe the Formation of Ridges and Troughs in the Upper

question 46

Essay

Describe the formation of ridges and troughs in the upper atmosphere and how they are connected with weather patterns.

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Definitions:

Disequilibrium Principle

A concept in developmental psychology suggesting that cognitive growth occurs through processes of assimilation and accommodation, driven by experiences of imbalance or disequilibrium.

Effective Reinforcer

A stimulus that, when presented after a behavior, significantly increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes typically leading to a change in beliefs or behaviors to reduce the discomfort.

Social Learning Theory

A theory that suggests people can learn new behaviors and information through observing others, emphasizing the importance of modeling, imitation, and social reinforcement.