Which of the Following Is an Example of Sensory Adaptation

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of sensory adaptation of receptors?

• A)distinguishing between different colors
• B)ignoring the shoes on your feet
• C)thinking about what you would do with a million dollars
• D)detecting sound and light simultaneously

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Definitions:

Reaction

A reaction involves the transformation of one or more substances into different substances through the breaking and forming of chemical bonds.

Exothermic

An exothermic reaction is a chemical reaction that releases heat and energy to its surroundings.

Activation Energy

Activation energy is the minimum quantity of energy which the reacting species must possess in order to undergo a specified reaction.

Flashover

An event in which an entire room or area bursts into flames almost simultaneously, often due to the rapid spread of fire through combustible materials.