Sensation, perception and human neuropsychology Flashcards
Lecture 10
1
Q
Define sensation.
A
This is when you receive sensory info from the environment.
2
Q
Define perception.
A
This is when you then perceive and translate that info and assign that info a meaning.
3
Q
How much of the brain is dedicated to colour?
A
1 half.
4
Q
What is neural implementation?
A
This is when sensory organs absorb the energy, and that energy is then transduced into a neural signal. The neural signal is sent throughout the brain where further processing then takes place.