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Sensation & Perception
Final exam review
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Psychology
Undergraduate 2
03/29/2011
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Electromagnetic waves

Amplitude =

Wavelength =

 Definition

Systematic fluctuations in the strength of electric and magetic fields over time

Amp (intensity) = brightness

Wavelength (distance b/w waves) = color
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Diffuse reflection
 Definition
Reflected off an irregular surface. Light is scattered in all directions.
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Specular reflection
 Definition
Reflected by a smooth surface like a mirror. Light is reflected at the same angle.
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Ciliary muscles
 Definition
Muscles that surround the lens that allow us to focus on objects of different distances.
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