The relationship between a physical stimulus and a sensory response is completely mechanical.

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While there is a mechanical component to the relationship between a physical stimulus and a sensory response (such as how a sound wave interacts with the ear), there are also complex neural processes involved in how the brain interprets and responds to the stimulus, making the relationship more than purely mechanical.

The Relationship Between a Physical Stimulus and a Sensory Response