Psychology Flashcard

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What is Place Theory in psychology?

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Place Theory explains how we perceive different pitches in sound based on the specific location of hair cells in the cochlea that are stimulated by sound waves.

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Define Parallel Processing.

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Parallel Processing is the ability of the brain to simultaneously process multiple pieces of information, such as different clues in a mystery puzzle.

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What do rods in the human eye help us see?

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Rods help us see shades of grey, especially in low light conditions.

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Explain Top-Down Processing.

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Top-Down Processing is a cognitive process where our perceptions are influenced by our expectations and prior knowledge, which can lead to vulnerabilities to illusions.

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What is the audible range for humans?

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The audible range for humans is approximately 20-20,000 Hz.

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What is the function of cones in the human eye?

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Cones are responsible for color vision and function best in bright light.

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Define Gestalt Principles in perception.

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Gestalt Principles are rules that describe how we organize visual elements into groups or unified wholes, such as similarity, proximity, and closure.

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What is the difference between sensation and perception?

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Sensation is the process of receiving stimuli from the environment, while perception is the interpretation of those stimuli.

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What is the role of the auditory cortex?

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The auditory cortex processes auditory information and is crucial for understanding sounds and language.

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Define Subliminal Perception.

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Subliminal Perception refers to the processing of information by our brain without conscious awareness, often influencing thoughts and behaviors.