The Opponent-Process Theory Is Most Useful for Explaining a Characteristic

question 76

Multiple Choice

The opponent-process theory is most useful for explaining a characteristic of

• A) perceptual adaptation.
• B) retinal disparity.
• C) accommodation.
• D) afterimages.

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Definitions:

Receptors

Specialized cells or proteins in a biological organism that bind to specific molecules, leading to a cellular response.

Peripheral Nerve

Nerves located outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for transmitting information between the central nervous system and the rest of the body.

Stimuli

External factors or events that provoke a response in biological organisms, essential for behavior and learning.

Receptors

Special structures or cells in the body that receive and process signals from stimuli or drugs, often triggering a biological response.