Asked by Shelby McCasland on Jun 09, 2024
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A higher frequency of action potentials is interpreted by the brain as a ____ sensory stimulus.
A) somatic
B) visceral
C) strong
D) localized
E) weak
Action Potentials
Rapid, temporary changes in the electrical membrane potential that propagate along the membrane of a neuron or muscle cell, facilitating the transmission of signals.
Interpreted
Relating to programming languages, it describes a method where instructions are executed directly rather than being previously compiled into machine-language instructions.
Sensory Stimulus
Any external or internal event or factor that triggers a sensory response, leading to a reaction in the body or a specific behavior.
- Gain an understanding of the organizational and operational aspects of the sensory system in vertebrates.
Verified Answer
SL
sarai lumwaiJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A higher frequency of action potentials indicates a stronger sensory stimulus, which is interpreted by the brain as more intense or stronger.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the organizational and operational aspects of the sensory system in vertebrates.