Liam, a marine biology postgraduate, was conducting an experiment in a specialized darkroom containing bioluminescent dinoflagellates. While adjusting the culture tank, a faulty electrical connection caused a severe, painful electric shock, which left Liam trembling and extremely anxious. A month later, Liam noticed a glowing blue-green display on a colleague's monitor and immediately felt his heart racing and experienced intense anxiety. He now refuses to enter the darkroom to continue his research.
Using the main features of classical conditioning, explain why Liam is now reluctant to enter the bioluminescent darkroom.
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