Information Processing in Animals

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What is behavior in animals?

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Behavior is a set of actions taken by an organism in response to a stimulus.

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What are neurons?

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Neurons are individual cells in the nervous system that receive, integrate, and transmit information.

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What is positive feedback?

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Positive feedback occurs when the body activates processes that increase or reinforce a change.

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What is an example of homeostasis?

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Sweating on a hot day is an example of homeostasis, as it helps regulate body temperature.

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What are electromagnetic receptors?

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Electromagnetic receptors are receptors that detect electromagnetic energy such as light, electricity, and magnetism.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What are sensory receptors?

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Sensory receptors are specialized cells that detect and respond to specific types of stimuli, such as light, sound, or touch.

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What is the role of feedback in information processing?

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Feedback helps organisms adjust their responses based on the outcomes of their actions, influencing future behavior.

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What is the difference between positive and negative feedback?

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Positive feedback amplifies changes, while negative feedback counteracts changes to maintain stability.

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What is the function of the nervous system?

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The nervous system processes information from the environment and coordinates responses to maintain homeostasis.