In the Process Known As__________, Sensory Receptors Become Less Sensitive

question 56

Multiple Choice

In the process known as__________, sensory receptors become less sensitive to repeated presentations of the same stimulus.

• A) sensation
• B) sensory fatigue
• C) sensory adaptation
• D) discrimination

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Definitions:

Palladio

Italian architect Andrea Palladio, active during the Renaissance in the 16th century, known for his influential architectural treatises and classical style.

Mannerist Painter

An artist associated with the Mannerism movement, which emerged in the late Renaissance, characterized by artificiality, elongated proportions, and a tension between naturalism and exaggeration.

Swirling Clouds

Descriptive of a pattern or movement often depicted in art, suggesting the dynamic and flowing form of clouds in motion.

Fitful Light

Intermittent or irregular light, often used metaphorically to describe inconsistent or unpredictable behavior or conditions.