Define Attitude, Its Three Components, and Their Relationship to Cognitive

question 29

Essay

Define attitude, its three components, and their relationship to cognitive dissonance.

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Definitions:

Olfactory Receptors

Olfactory receptors are specialized proteins located in the olfactory epithelium that detect and respond to odor molecules, allowing for the sense of smell.

Smell

The sensory perception of odors or scents, detected by the olfactory system in the nose.

Mechanoreceptors

Mechanoreceptors are sensory receptors that respond to mechanical pressure or distortion, involved in sensations such as touch, pressure, and sound.

Excited By

Stimulated or activated by an external source, leading to an increased level of energy or activity.