Electron Affinity
Electron affinity is the energy change that occurs when a neutral atom gains an electron.…
AAMC Outline
Factors that Influence Motivation
Motivation is a complex psychological and behavioral event that can be influenced by a variety…
First and Second Ionization Energy
The ionization energy of a chemical species (i.e., an atom or molecule) is the energy…
Theories that Explain How Motivation Affects Human Behavior
While no single motivation theory that explains all aspects of human motivation, there are several…
Valence Electrons
Valence electrons are the electrons in the highest occupied principal energy level of an atom. Elements…
Speciation
Speciation is the formation of a new species; two populations of organisms are considered different…
Biological Bases of Nervous System Disorders
The nervous system is vulnerable to various disorders, including schizophrenia, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s…
Types of Psychological Disorders
The DSM-5 provides a standardized system for diagnosing and discussing psychological disorders, including sets of…
Problem-solving and decision making
Problem-solving refers to a way of reaching a goal from a present condition, where the…
Sensory Receptors
The sensory receptors are cells specialized to detect the signals of various senses such as…