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Vison Flashcards

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Conversion of light energy into neural impulses that the brain can understand

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Phototransduction

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The distance from the peak of one wave to the peak of the next

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Wavelength

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Is the dimension determined by the wavelength of the light

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Hue (color)

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The amount of energy in a wave is determined by the amplitude. It is related to perceived brightness.

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Intensity

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Combination of light intensity and wavelength

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Purity

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