Can I believe my eyes? 2024

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What is processing in the brain?

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Processing in the brain is the interpretation and response to sensory information through cognitive functions.

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What is a light source?

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A light source is an object that emits light, such as the sun, a lamp, or a candle.

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What model describes light traveling through space?

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The wave model describes light traveling through space.

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What are optical illusions?

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Optical illusions are images that deceive or trick the eye.

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What is a mechanical wave?

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A mechanical wave is a disturbance that travels through a medium.

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What is sensory information?

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Sensory information is data received through the senses, such as sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.

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What is the difference between mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves?

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Mechanical waves require a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves do not.

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What is an example of an optical illusion?

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An example of an optical illusion is the 'Rubin's vase,' which can be seen as either a vase or two faces.

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What is the role of cognitive functions in processing information?

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Cognitive functions help us interpret sensory information and make decisions based on it.

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What is reflection in terms of light?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light when it hits a surface.