Chapter 4 Flashcards

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Reflexes

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o An action that is performed as a response to a stimulus and without conscious thought

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Receptor Sensitivity

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o Is the ability of a receptor to detect or discriminate a stimulus

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Receptor Acuity

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o Is similar to sensitivity but generally refers to groups of receptors working together

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4
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Foveal Vision

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Is sharp vision

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Peripheral Vision

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Is less sharp or distinct vision

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