The process of translating a physical stimulus into action potentials is known as
A)transduction.
B)translation.
C)absorption.
D)the dark current.

Question

The process of translating a physical stimulus into action potentials is known as​ 
A)transduction. 
B)translation. 
C)absorption. 
D)the dark current.

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Transduction is the process of converting a physical stimulus (such as light or sound waves) into electrical signals or action potentials that can be interpreted by the brain. This process occurs in sensory receptors, such as the rods and cones in the retina of the eye.

The Process of Translating a Physical Stimulus into Action Potentials