You are sitting on a stool when suddenly you lean back and fall off the stool,hitting the back of your head on the floor.You "see stars" as you try to sit back up.This sensation of "seeing stars" occurrs because
A)neurons in your occipital lobe are stimulated.
B)your eyes are jarred to the extent stars are seen.
C)neurons in your retina are stimulated.
D)neurons in your hypothalamus are stimulated.

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The sensation of "seeing stars" is due to the stimulation of neurons in the occipital lobe, which is the part of the brain responsible for processing visual information. When you hit your head, it can cause a temporary disruption or stimulation of these neurons, leading to the perception of flashes of light or "stars."

You Are Sitting on a Stool When Suddenly You Lean