Punita has been experimenting with abstract art. When she painted a large black circle on the white canvas, she observed that the circle seemed to have a darker black outline with an intense white ring around it. This effect could be explained by:
A) colour contrast
B) lateral inhibition
C) simultaneous contrast
D) sensory transduction

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Lateral inhibition is a process in the visual system where interconnected neurons inhibit their neighbors, enhancing the contrast at edges, which can create the perception of a darker outline and a brighter surrounding area.

Punita Has Been Experimenting with Abstract Art