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Sensation and perception are related but different concepts. Sensation is the input about the
physical world that is produced by our sensory receptors. Perception is the process by which the
mind selects, organizes, and interprets sensations. Our eyes see, our ears hear, our hands touch--or
do they? Without interpretation, there is no point to sensation.
Sensory receptors
Sensory receptors are cells that are specialized for the task of transduction, or converting physical
energy into neural impulses. There are many different types of sensory receptors, such as:
Gestalt Effect
People have a tendency to see information and sensory images in tiny pieces. As pieces are sensed
they form a larger pattern or picture.