The White Matter of the Brain Derives Its Color from Myelin

question 57

True/False

The white matter of the brain derives its color from myelin.

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Definitions:

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity of a stimulus that is required to be detected at least 50% of the time by a subject.

Difference Threshold

The minimum noticeable difference that a person can detect between two stimuli 50% of the time; also known as the just noticeable difference (JND).

Just Noticeable Difference

The smallest difference in a stimulus that an organism can barely perceive.

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation that an individual can detect 50% of the time, also known as the just noticeable difference (JND).