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interval of uncertainty

the interval between the upper threshold (a just noticeable stimulus) and the lower threshold (a just imperceptible stimulus) when finding a difference threshold.

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January 15th 2025

chemotherapy

chemotherapy

n. the use of chemical agents to treat diseases, particularly cancer, in which case it is contrasted with radiation therapy. —chemotherapeutic adj. —chemotherapist n.