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Cognitive biology
Contributed by: Burrows
  • 1. Cognitive biology is a multidisciplinary field that explores the biological basis of cognition, which encompasses various mental processes such as perception, memory, reasoning, and decision-making. It integrates principles from biology, psychology, neuroscience, and other disciplines to understand how the brain controls cognitive functions. By studying the neural mechanisms underlying human and animal behavior, cognitive biology aims to unravel the complex interplay between genes, neural circuits, and environmental factors in shaping cognitive abilities. This research has profound implications for understanding learning disabilities, mental health disorders, and artificial intelligence development.

    What is a neural network?
A) A type of computer virus
B) A system of neurons that process information
C) A type of fish
D) A plant's root system
  • 2. How do animals use cognition in their survival strategies?
A) To hibernate in the winter
B) To camouflage themselves
C) To learn from past experiences and make decisions
D) To fly long distances
  • 3. What is the role of genes in cognitive biology?
A) Genes have no impact on cognition
B) Genes only affect physical traits
C) Genes can influence cognitive abilities
D) Genes are only found in humans
  • 4. What is a cognitive map?
A) A mental representation of physical space
B) A map showing bird migration routes
C) A map of brain activity
D) A map used in GPS navigation
  • 5. What is theory of mind?
A) The ability to predict the future
B) A type of philosophical theory
C) The ability to attribute mental states to oneself and others
D) A theory about plant growth
  • 6. What is the term for the ability to switch between different tasks or thoughts?
A) Cognitive flexibility
B) Muscle memory
C) Emotional stability
D) Physical agility
  • 7. What is the Hebbian theory of learning?
A) Neurons that fire apart wire together
B) Neurons do not communicate
C) Neurons do not change with experience
D) Neurons that fire together wire together
  • 8. Which part of the brain is crucial for memory formation?
A) Cerebellum
B) Hippocampus
C) Amygdala
D) Occipital lobe
  • 9. What are mirror neurons responsible for?
A) Imitation, empathy, and social cognition
B) Creating memories
C) Regulating body temperature
D) Reflecting light
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