After a few minutes of being in the elephant house at the zoo, the foul smell no longer affects you. This is due to which process?

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Sensory adaptation is the process by which our brains gradually adjust to continuous or repetitive stimulation of our senses, which reduces our sensitivity to it. In the case of the foul smell in the elephant house, sensory adaptation allows us to become less aware of the smell over time, making it seem less intense or bothersome.

After a Few Minutes of Being in the Elephant House