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...orrelation between heavy social media use and increased feelings of loneliness and depression. This phenomenon highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy balance in our online activities to sa...
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... line-height: 1.6; color: #2c3e50; } Reading passage The bystander effect is a social psychological phenomenon that refers to cases in which individuals do not offer any means of help in an emergency ...
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...example discussed was conformity, where individuals adjust their actions to match group norms. This phenomenon was vividly illustrated through the Asch conformity experiments, revealing the compelling...
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...re influenced by others' actions or presence. The examples provided by the professor highlight this phenomenon. For instance, in the line estimation study, participants adjusted their responses to mat...
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...sure. This conflict between knowledge and behavior creates cognitive dissonance. Understanding this phenomenon is crucial in studying human behavior and decision-making processes. Key Points: - Cognit...
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...bility to survive and thrive. Another critical impact of climate change on marine ecosystems is the phenomenon of coral bleaching. Coral reefs, known as the 'rainforests of the sea,' are highly sensit...
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...ave shown that the more bystanders there are, the less likely each individual is to intervene. This phenomenon highlights the impact of social influence on behavior, showing that our actions can be si...
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... consequences impacting the delicate balance of marine life. One of the most evident effects is the phenomenon of coral bleaching. Coral reefs, often referred to as the rainforests of the sea, are int...
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...temperatures rise globally, ecosystems are facing significant challenges. Let's delve into how this phenomenon is affecting biodiversity and ecosystem health. One major effect of climate change is the...
drimnotes Sep 29, 2025 2 0
...behavior change or justification of actions. Sample Answer: Cognitive dissonance is a psychological phenomenon where individuals face conflicting beliefs, causing discomfort. For example, someone who ...
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...htaking celestial wonders, each offering unique insights into the mysteries of the cosmos. One such phenomenon is a quasar, an incredibly luminous object powered by a supermassive black hole at the ce...
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...lores how individuals make choices in various situations. One key concept in decision making is the phenomenon of cognitive biases. These biases are mental shortcuts that can lead to irrational decisi...
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... between environmental values and plastic use. Sample Answer: Cognitive dissonance, a psychological phenomenon, entails feeling uneasy when our beliefs clash. For instance, when one values the environ...
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...s the globe, impacting marine ecosystems and weather patterns.Ocean currents also contribute to the phenomenon known as upwelling. This process occurs when winds push surface water away from an area, ...
drimnotes Sep 15, 2025 1 0
...formance on simple or well-practiced tasks but may hinder performance on complex or new tasks. This phenomenon was first studied by Norman Triplett in 1898 when he observed that cyclists rode faster w...
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...n they are alone. The presence of others can enhance performance on simple or well-learned tasks, a phenomenon known as the facilitation effect. Conversely, it can hinder performance on complex or unf...
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...rees to 'communicate' and support each other, especially during times of stress like droughts. This phenomenon is sometimes referred to as the "Wood Wide Web." Student: Professor, does this mean all p...
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...ves cyclists who tend to ride faster when racing against others rather than against the clock. This phenomenon occurs because the presence of others increases arousal, which enhances the execution of ...
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...sthetic nuisance, the implications of light pollution extend far beyond the nighttime skyline. This phenomenon disrupts natural ecosystems, adversely affecting wildlife behavior, human health, and eve...
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...are expressed at the right time.One of the most compelling examples of epigenetics in action is the phenomenon of phenotypic plasticity, where organisms can exhibit different traits based on environme...
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