exploratory behavior

the movements made by human beings or other animals in orienting to new environments. Exploratory behavior occurs even when there is no obvious biological reward associated with it. A lack of such behavior in a new environment is often used as a measure of fearfulness or emotionality. See also diversive exploration; inspective exploration.

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July 27th 2024

Mensa

n. an organization of individuals whose sole admission requirement is an IQ in the upper 2% of the population.