Sir Charles Sherrington Observed That Impulses Took an Unexpectedly Long

question 150

Multiple Choice

Sir Charles Sherrington observed that impulses took an unexpectedly long time to travel a neural pathway.His observation provided evidence for the existence of

• A) antagonists.
• B) synaptic gaps.
• C) interneurons.
• D) neural networks.

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Definitions:

Neuronal Functioning

Refers to the activities and processes that allow neurons, or nerve cells, to communicate with each other and perform complex tasks like processing and transmitting information.

Fechner's Law

A principle describing the logarithmic relationship between the intensity of a stimulus and the sensation it produces, highlighting a stronger sensation increase from lower to moderate intensities compared to higher ones.

Strength Of Sensation

The intensity with which a sensory input is felt or experienced by an individual.

Psychological Intensity

The degree of strength or force of psychological phenomena, such as emotions, motivations, or experiences.