Our Perception of Bonobo Behavior May Be Tainted by the Fact

question 51

Multiple Choice

Our perception of bonobo behavior may be tainted by the fact that __________.

• A) bonobos are actually the same species as chimps
• B) bonobos are more aggressive and therefore harder to study safely
• C) most bonobo studies have been done in captive settings
• D) bonobos live solitary lives and are therefore hard to find

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Definitions:

Liver

A vital organ found in vertebrates which performs multiple functions such as detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.

Hydrogenation

Hydrogenation is a chemical process whereby hydrogen is added to unsaturated bonds in organic compounds, often used to convert liquid oils into solid fats.

Trans Fatty Acids

Types of unsaturated fats that have been chemically altered through hydrogenation, often found in processed foods and linked to various health risks.

LDLs

Low-density lipoproteins, a class of lipoprotein responsible for transporting cholesterol to cells, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol due to its association with arterial plaque buildup.