The detection of physical energy emitted or reflected by physical objects is called:
A) functional encoding.
B) perception.
C) sensation.
D) specific nerve energy.

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Sensation is the process of detecting physical energy emitted or reflected by physical objects, which is then converted into neural signals that the brain can interpret. Choice A is incorrect as functional encoding is not a recognized term in sensory psychology. Choice B is incorrect as perception involves the interpretation and organization of sensory information in the brain. Choice D is incorrect as specific nerve energy refers to the fact that different sensory nerves are specialized to respond to specific types of energy (e.g. light for vision, sound for hearing).

The Detection of Physical Energy Emitted or Reflected by Physical