What are structures that share a common evolutionary origin called? The structures derived from a common ancestor or same evolutionary or developmental origin are referred to as homologous structures. Homologous structures may not necessarily perform the same function. An example of homologous structures is the forelimbs of humans and bats. What are homologous analogous and […]
Why do employees join unions?
Why do employees join unions? Because They Work! Labor unions give workers the power to negotiate for more favorable working conditions and other benefits through collective bargaining. Union members earn better wages and benefits than workers who aren’t union members. What appears to be the strongest reason to join a union? Economic needs. Dissatisfaction with […]
What are the 5 main components of a nuclear power plant?
What are the 5 main components of a nuclear power plant? Any nuclear reactor that produces power via the fission of uranium (U-235) or plutonium (Pu-239) by bombardment with neutrons must have at least five components: nuclear fuel consisting of fissionable material, a nuclear moderator, reactor coolant, control rods, and a shield/containment system. What are […]
How does Article IV provide for state relationships?
How does Article IV provide for state relationships? Full Faith and Credit shall be given in each State to the public Acts, Records, and judicial Proceedings of every other State. And the Congress may by general Laws prescribe the Manner in which such Acts, Records and Proceedings shall be proved, and the Effect thereof. What […]
What is cognitive perspective in psychology?
What is cognitive perspective in psychology? The cognitive perspective is concerned with “mental” functions such as memory, perception, attention, etc. It views people as being similar to computers in the way we process information (e.g., input-process-output). It is an extremely scientific approach and typically uses lab experiments to study human behavior. Which perspective studies how […]
Who make rules and policies to govern the country?
Who make rules and policies to govern the country? Answer. A government is a group of people that have the power to rule in a territory, according to the administrative law. This territory may be a country, a state or province within a country, or a region. Governments make laws, rules, and regulations, collect taxes […]
What was the role of priests in Sumerian civilization?
What was the role of priests in Sumerian civilization? In Mesopotamian society, priests and priestesses were equals to the king in power and honor. They were mediators between the gods and the people. His or her job was to please the gods, to divine their will and communicate it to the ruler and the people. […]
What is the difference between direct and representative democracy?
What is the difference between direct and representative democracy? In a representative democracy people vote for representatives who then enact policy initiatives. In direct democracy, people decide on policies without any intermediary. Two leading forms of direct democracy are participatory democracy and deliberative democracy. Can a democracy be both direct and representative? A democracy can […]
How was the Second Continental Congress divided on the subject of national government?
How was the Second Continental Congress divided on the subject of national government? Terms in this set (10) How was the Second Continental Congress divided on the subject of a national government? They were scared and realized they needed a strong, national government. More delegates went and wanted a strong, national government. What are the […]
What is the oldest type of human society?
What is the oldest type of human society? Beginning about 250,000 years ago, hunting-and-gathering societies are the oldest ones we know of; few of them remain today, partly because modern societies have encroached on their existence. What do postmodern societies focus on? In an economic sense, postmodern society is a society based upon the idea […]