Anna is reading her psychology text.The activation of receptors in her retina is called _____; her interpretation of the stimuli as particular words is termed _____.

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Sensation refers to the initial process of detecting and encoding environmental stimuli through the activation of receptor cells, such as in the retina. Perception refers to the process by which we interpret and give meaning to those sensory stimuli. Therefore, the activation of receptors in Anna's retina is sensation, and her interpretation of the stimuli as particular words is perception.

Anna Is Reading Her Psychology Text