As you walk into an Indian restaurant, you immediately notice the delicious odors of curry, saffron, and other spices. After a few minutes, however, you no longer notice the smell. This experience is an example of:

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This experience is an example of sensory adaptation, where the olfactory receptors in the nose adapt to the constant barrage of smells, thereby diminishing the sensitivity to them.

As You Walk into an Indian Restaurant, You Immediately Notice