Many Types of Stimuli Cannot Be Sensed Directly by Humans

question 478

True/False

Many types of stimuli cannot be sensed directly by humans because we lack sensory receptors to transduce the energy of these types of stimuli.

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, vivid dreams, and increased brain activity.

Electroencephalograph

A machine used to record the electrical activity of the brain, typically used for diagnostic purposes.

Irregular Brain Wave Patterns

Variations in the rhythmic electrical activity of the brain that deviate from normal patterns and can indicate neurological issues or altered states of consciousness.

Reticular Activating System

A network of neurons located in the brainstem that regulates wakefulness and sleep-wake transitions.