In a Neutral Atom Such as Helium or Native Copper

question 69

Multiple Choice

In a neutral atom such as helium or native copper, the number of protons in the nucleus ________.

• A)is usually greater than the number of neutrons
• B)is different for each isotope
• C)is equal to the number of electrons in the outer shells
• D)increases from element to element by even multiples of 8

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Definitions:

Response Rate

The frequency of occurrence or the proportion of a population that responds to a particular stimulus or treatment in a given period.

Variable-interval Schedule

A type of reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.

Shaping

A method in behavioral psychology where successive approximations of a desired behavior are reinforced to teach a new behavior or skill.

Praises

Expressions of approval or admiration, often used to encourage or positively reinforce certain behaviors or achievements.