Advanced Algebra
This is the solution to the equation 2x = 10
This phase of sleep, named after the eye movements that occur during it, is when most dreams occur.
REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep
This simple two-player game demonstrates cooperation vs. betrayal.
Prisoner's Dilemma
This nutrient is the body's primary source of energy.
Carbohydrates
This is the chemical symbol for water.
H2O
This term describes the highest exponent of a variable in a polynomial
Degree
This hormone, produced by the pineal gland, helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle
Melatonin
This term describes a situation in which neither player can benefit from changing their strategy if the other’s strategy remains the same.
Nash equilibrium
This chemical in spicy foods, especially chili peppers, gives them their heat.
Capsaicin
This is the atomic number of carbon
6
The equation y = mx + b is the formula for this geometric object
Line or linear equation
The average adult requires this many hours of sleep per night for optimal health
7-9 Hours
This type of game theory examines situations where players make decisions simultaneously without knowing what the others will do.
Non-cooperative game theory
This essential vitamin, found in citrus fruits, helps prevent a disease known as scurvy.
Vitamin C
This type of bond involves the sharing of electrons between atoms.
covalent bond
This mathematical theorem states that a² + b² = c² for right triangles
Pythagorean theorem
This sleep disorder, characterized by pauses in breathing, can lead to snoring and fatigue.
Sleep Apnea
This is the best response a player can make, given the strategies of other players, even if it isn’t the best outcome overall.
Dominant Strategy
This process involves using yeast or bacteria to convert carbohydrates into alcohol or acids, commonly used to make yogurt, bread, and beer.
Fermentation
This is the term for the energy required to remove an electron from an atom.
ionization energy
This method is used to find the maximum or minimum values of a quadratic equation
Quadratic formula
This term describes the body's natural 24-hour cycle that regulates sleep, hunger, and other biological processes.
Circadian rhythm
In game theory, this term refers to a mutually beneficial agreement between players.
Pareto Improvement
What is the "sunshine vitamin"?
Vitamin D
This law states that the volume of a gas is directly proportional to its temperature when pressure is constant.
Charles' Law