Science And Psychology

Science and Psychology Unit II : Biological Basis of Behavior (Very Short Answer Questions) - BA, BBA, BHM (Part 2) 1. Why pituitary gland is known as master gland ? Ans: The pituitary gland is called the "master gland" of the body because it produces hormones that regulate other endocrine glands.  2. How do biological factors determine psychological behavior ? Ans: Biological factors determine psychological behavior by Giving insight about hereditary factors to describe behavior. Example; Twins Many psycho-social phenomena like discrimination, prejudices, etc can be handled through biological processes. Various psycho-physical maladjustment can be relieved by understanding biological factors. Example; hypertension, drugs, heart disease, cancer, etc. 3. What is nerve impulse? Ans: It is the means by which a nerve cell communicates with another cell. This signal is relayed along the axon of the nerve cell, bringing a message that instructs an effector to act. 4. What is en...

 Science and Psychology Unit II : Biological Basis of Behavior (Very Short Answer Questions) - BA, BBA, BHM (Part 1) 1. Define altruism. Ans: Altruism is when we act to promote someone else’s welfare, even at a risk or cost to ourselves. Altruism is the principle and moral practice of concern for the welfare and/or happiness of other human beings or animals, resulting in a quality of life both material and spiritual. 2. Define reciprocal altruism with example. Ans: Reciprocal altruism or reciprocity is one solution to the evolutionary paradox of one individual making sacrifices for another unrelated individual. If individuals interact repeatedly, altruism can be favoured as long as the altruist receives a reciprocal benefit that is greater than its initial cost. Reciprocal altruism is when altruistic behaviors are performed because they increase the likelihood of repayment in the future. Example: Lending someone money with the agreement they will pay you back with in...