The process by which certain birds form attachments during a critical period very early in life is called
A) imprinting.
B) conservation.
C) assimilation.
D) accommodation.

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Imprinting is the process by which certain birds form attachments during a critical period very early in life. This process involves the young bird forming a social bond with the first moving object they encounter, which is typically their mother or a surrogate. Conservation, assimilation, and accommodation are not related to this process.

The Process by Which Certain Birds Form Attachments During a Critical