A Species with 12 Protons and 10 Electrons Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

A species with 12 protons and 10 electrons is

• A)Ne²⁺
• B)Ti²⁺
• C)Mg²⁺
• D)Mg
• E)Ne^2-

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Definitions:

Yerkes-Dodson Law

A theory suggesting that there is an optimal level of arousal for the best performance on a task: too little or too much arousal can decrease performance.

Drive-Reduction Theory

A theory of motivation suggesting that biological needs create internal states of tension or drives, which organisms are motivated to reduce.

Primary Drives

Basic biological needs or desires, such as hunger and thirst, that motivate behavior.

Homeostasis

The tendency of a biological system to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.