Sensory transduction refers to the process by which sensory stimuli are converted into signals that can be interpreted by our nervous system.
Think of sensory transduction like a translator at an international conference. The translator takes information (like spoken words) from one language (the external environment), converts it into another language (electrical signals), so that someone else (our brain) can understand it.
Sensory Adaptation: This is when our sensitivity decreases over time when we're exposed to constant stimuli. Like getting used to a strong smell after being in it for awhile.
Signal Detection Theory: A theory predicting how and when we detect the presence of faint stimulus amid background noise.
Receptor Cells: These are specialized cells that respond to specific types of energy such as light or sound waves.
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