Action potentials frequency encodes stimulus intensity.

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Action potentials, also known as nerve impulses, encode stimulus intensity by varying their frequency. The stronger the stimulus, the higher the frequency of action potentials generated by the sensory neurons, while weaker stimuli result in lower frequency of action potentials. This encoding of stimulus intensity is important in conveying information about the strength of sensory input to the brain.

Action Potentials Frequency Encodes Stimulus Intensity