Modules 16 - 18 Flashcards
1
Q
What is absolute threshold?
A
Minimum amount of physical energy necessary to produce a sensation
2
Q
What is Sensor Adaptation?
A
Decrease in sensory response to unchanging stimuli
3
Q
What is Trichromatic theory?
A
Theory stating that we have 3 types of cones (red, green, and blue)
4
Q
What is Opponent Process theorem?
A
“either - or” messages
5
Q
What is Bottom Up Processing?
A
Start with sensory units (features) and build up to complete perception.
6
Q
What is Top Down Processing?
A
Pre-existing knowledge used to rapidly organize features into a meaningful whole.
