Question

Which statement is true?A. Biological psychology and neuroscience are both subfields of psychology. B. Biological psychology is a broader field than is neuroscience. C. Neuroscience is a subfield of psychology. D. Neuroscience is a broader field than is biological psychology.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Biological psychology is a broader field than is neuroscience.

Explanation:

Biological psychology is a scientific discipline that emerged around the 18th century which is broadly defined as the application of the principles of biology towards the study of mental processes and behaviour of an individuals. Biological psychologists are interested in measuring biological, physiological, or genetic variables in an attempt to relate them to psychological or behavioural variables. Some of the subfields of biological psychology include behavioural neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, and neuropsychology.

In summary, biological psychology is a broader field under which neuroscience falls under.

Answer 2

Answer: D. Neuroscience is a broader field than is biological psychology.

Explanation: Neuroscience field of study which employs various branches of biology in the study if the nervous system, which is a complex collection of nerves and specialized cells called neurons which transmit signals between different body parts. Biological psychology on the other hand is a branch of neuroscience also called behavioral neuroscience which is focused on the application of biological principles to the study of physiological, genetic and developmental mechanism of human and non-human behavior.

In essence, Neuroscience is a much broader field of study than biological psychology.