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Fechner’s paradox

the apparent increase in the brightness of a figure caused by closing one eye after viewing the figure with both eyes open. [Gustav Theodor Fechner]

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November 28th 2024

postural reflex

postural reflex

any of a variety of automatic movements that serve to maintain body posture. See also stance reflex.