Sham lesion is the name given to a control procedure during a lesion experiment. In a sham lesion, an animal may be placed in a stereotaxic apparatus and electrodes inserted as in the experimental condition, but no current is passed, and therefore damage to the tissue should be minimal.
Meteorologists often work eight to 12-hour rotating shifts so that they can cover any meteorological event. The quintessential 9 to 5 work schedule is not common for meteorologists unless they are working in an administrative position, or at a facility with limited hours.
A: Prospective meteorologists must complete at least 4 years of college study by completing a bachelor's program in meteorology or a related discipline. It is also possible to become one by taking another science subject, like physics, and completing a graduate program, which takes an additional 2 years.