orthokinesis

n. an increase (positive orthokinesis) or decrease (negative orthokinesis) in the speed or frequency of movement, particularly in relation to increases or decreases in stimulation. —orthokinetic adj.

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January 11th 2025

induced color

a color change in a visual field resulting from stimulation of a neighboring area, rather than from stimulation of the part of the field in which the change appears.