In looking at the Kanizsa triangle, people report seeing a white triangle against a background of three dark circles. These edges of the triangle that are perceived but not physically present are called:
A) geons
B) illusory contours
C) illusory conjunctions
D) templates

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Illusory contours are edges that are perceived but not physically present, resulting in the perception of a shape or form where there is none. They are a type of visual illusion that occurs when the visual system fills in missing information based on context and previous experience. Geons are basic geometric shapes that can be combined to create more complex objects, and templates are mental representations of familiar objects that help us recognize them quickly and efficiently. Illusory conjunctions are errors in visual perception where features of different objects are combined into a single, incorrect object.

In Looking at the Kanizsa Triangle, People Report Seeing a White