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intrinsic factor [in′trin·sik ¦fak·tər] (biochemistry) A substance, produced by the stomach, which combines with the extrinsic factor (vitamin B12) in food to yield an antianemic principle; lack of the intrinsic factor is believed to be a cause of pernicious anemia. Also known as Castle's intrinsic factor. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Adult students may be more motivated by the intrinsic factor such as the desire to learn the course material, and not the concern for the grade. Of course, the intrinsic factors (job satisfiers) and extrinsic factors (job dissatisfiers) are not totally independent. Subjective well-being offers a way of understanding people's happiness and many of the other intrinsic factors associated with life and leisure. |
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