Explain the Difference Between Responses of Simple and Complex Cells

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Essay

Explain the difference between responses of simple and complex cells in primary visual cortex.

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Definitions:

Neutral Stimulus

An object or event that initially produces no specific response other than focusing attention, until it is associated with a significant event.

Impending Occurrence

An event that is about to happen or is likely to happen shortly.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without needing to be learned.

Biologically Adaptive

Traits or behaviors that increase the survival or reproductive success of organisms within their environmental context.