Cognition Unit 1 Flashcards

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Branching structure on the neuron that receive electrical signals from other neurons.

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Determined by correlation of neural activity in separate brain areas

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This focuses on how elements are grouped together in perceiving objects as a whole.

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Time to respond to one of two or more stimuli:

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Processing that occurs in a progression from lower to higher areas of the brain.

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This is activated during mind wandering

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Technique that measures how blood flow changes in response to cognitive activity

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Describes how behavior is strengthened by positive reinforcement

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Philosophy that explained perception through its elementary sensations.

Cognition Unit 1