The Process by Which the Brain Stops Attending to Constant,unchanging

question 308

Multiple Choice

The process by which the brain stops attending to constant,unchanging information is called ______.

• A)adaptation.
• B)sensation.
• C)habituation.
• D)accommodation.

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Definitions:

Brightness Contrast

The effect where the perceived brightness of an object is influenced by the brightness of its surroundings.

Apparent Brightness

The perceived intensity of light from a celestial object, as observed from Earth.

Objects Around

Refers to the physical items or entities in one's immediate environment, often discussed in the context of perception and cognitive processing.

Feature Detector

neurons in the brain that respond to specific features of a stimulus, such as lines, edges, or movement.