Describe the Response of a V4 Neuron Whose Receptive Field

question 65

Essay

Describe the response of a V4 neuron whose receptive field is occupied by an effective and ineffective stimulus when attention is directed to (1) the effective stimulus, (2) the ineffective stimulus, and (3) neither stimulus.

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Definitions:

Brainstem

A region at the base of the brain that controls vital functions like breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Amygdala

Two lima-bean–sized neural clusters in the limbic system; linked to emotion.

Reward Centers

Areas in the brain, particularly within the limbic system, that are responsible for the sensation of pleasure in response to certain stimuli, playing a crucial role in motivation and reward-based learning.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of various bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, temperature, and hormonal activity.