Sensation

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Which of the following best defines sensation?

  • The conversion of energy into neural impulses by our sense receptors. (correct)
  • The brain's ability to perceive colors.
  • The activation of our sense receptors by external stimuli.
  • The interpretation of sensory information by the brain.

What is the main difference between sensation and perception?

  • Sensation is the interpretation of sensory information, while perception is the activation of our sense receptors.
  • Sensation is specific to vision, while perception involves all of our senses.
  • Sensation is the conversion of energy into neural impulses, while perception is how we interpret that sensation. (correct)
  • Sensation occurs in the brain, while perception occurs in our sense receptors.

What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

  • The activation of our sense receptors by external stimuli.
  • The conversion of energy into neural impulses by our sense receptors.
  • The distance between the peaks of a wave.
  • The range of colors that we can see with our eyes. (correct)

What does wavelength refer to?

<p>The distance between the peaks of a wave. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does amplitude help us perceive?

<p>Brightness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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