The Biological approach Flashcards

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Biological approach

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Views huamsn as biological organisms and so provides biological explanations for all aspects of psychological functioning

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What is our environment NOT important in determining?

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How are genes are made

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Gene

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A part of the chromosmes of an organisms that carries information in the form of DNA

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Genotype

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The genetic makeup of an individuals. A collection of inherited genetic material that is passed from generation to generation

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Natural selection

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The process by which inherited characteristics that enhance an individuals reproductive success as passed on to the next generation.

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Neurochemistry

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The study of chemical and neural processes associated with the nervous system

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Phenotype

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The characteristics that are displayed on an individual - A consequence of interaction of the genotype with the enviroment

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