1. Term describing the blocking of learning and or recall by remembering conflicting material. Many sources, prior and subsequent learning, material presentation. 2. Mutual effect of 2 meeting light, sound or other wave forms.
INTERFERENCE: "Interference was caused when the 2 light waves intersected."
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