In Vision, the Amplitude of a Light Wave Relates to People's

question 58

Multiple Choice

In vision, the amplitude of a light wave relates to people's perception of the brightness of a stimulus. To which perceptual dimension does the amplitude of a sound wave correspond in hearing?

• A)loudness
• B)pitch
• C)purity
• D)timbre

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Definitions:

Jamestown Colony

The first permanent English settlement in North America, established in Virginia in 1607.

Nomadic Tribes

Describes groups of people who move from one place to another, rather than settling permanently in one location, often for reasons such as following seasonal weather patterns or searching for food resources.

Severe Drought

A prolonged period of excessively dry weather leading to a significant shortage of water.

Jamestown

The first permanent English settlement in North America, established in 1607 in present-day Virginia.