Color Vision and Memory Formation

Flashcards based on key concepts related to memory formation and color vision discussed in the lecture.

Memory Formation

The process by which memories are created, stored, and recovered in the brain.

Spectral Colors

Colors that correspond to specific wavelengths of light, visible on the spectrum.

Wavelength

The distance between successive peaks of a wave; in light, it determines color.

Photons

Particles of light that carry energy and have varying wavelengths.

Color Temperature

A characteristic of visible light that describes the warmth or coolness of a light source, often expressed in Kelvin.

Trichromatic Vision

The ability to see color through three types of cones in the retina, each sensitive to different wavelengths.

Opponent Color System

A color theory suggesting that color perception is controlled by opposing pairs of colors (e.g., red vs. green, blue vs. yellow).

Unique Hues

Colors that cannot be created by mixing other colors; typically defined as red, green, yellow, and blue.

Chromatic Adaptation

The eye's ability to adjust to changes in light color in the environment.

Dichromat

An individual with two types of color receptors, which affects their color vision.