Ch 3&5 Sensation, Perception, Consciousness Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is consciousness?
A
Awareness of interna, and external stimuli
2
Q
What are circadian rhythms?
A
24-hour biological cycles like sleep-wake patterns
3
Q
What stage of sleep involves vivid dreams?
A
REM sleep
4
Q
What is sensory adaptation?
A
Decreased sensitivity to constant stimulation
5
Q
What is the difference between sensation and perception?
A
Sensation: raw input
Perception: interpretation of input
6
Q
What is the fovea?
A
The part of the retina where the vision is the sharpest
7
Q
What is top-down processing?
A
Using prior knowledge to interpret sensory information
