The Field of Biopsychology Is Part of the Larger Discipline

question 324

Multiple Choice

The field of biopsychology is part of the larger discipline of ________, which refers to the study of the physical structure, function, and development of the nervous system.

• A) neuroscience
• B) behavioral genetics
• C) sociobiology
• D) medicine

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Definitions:

Sound Waves

Vibrations that travel through a medium such as air, producing the sensation of sound.

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals, responsible for hearing and balance.

Oval Window

A membrane-covered opening that leads from the middle ear to the vestibule of the inner ear, where sound vibrations are transmitted.

Cochlear Duct

A fluid-filled spiral tunnel in the inner ear and a key component of the cochlea, responsible for sound perception.