perception

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AO1 description of perception and illusions
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Perception is a cognitive process involving the recognition and interpretation of stimuli
physiological illusions effects on eyes and brain to due prolonged exposure (colour brighness)
Herman grid
cognitive illusions our assumptions about the world (unconscious conclusions)
there are 4 types ambiguous figures, distortions, paradoxical, fictions
ambiguous figures perceptual switch between alternative interpretations
necker cube
distortions distortions of size or lengnth
Muller lyer
paradoxical illusions these are generated objects that are impossible
impossible stairs
fictions formulates images images that aren't there
kanizsa triangle
colour and brightness contrast will appear stronger against dark background which reflects less light compared to a light background even though the object has not changed colour
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