AP Psychology Practice Test

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What determines the hue of a color?

The intensity of the light
The size of the pupil
The lens's shape
The wavelength of light

The correct answer is: The wavelength of light

The hue of a color is determined by the wavelength of light that is reflected off an object and reaches our eyes. Different wavelengths correspond to different colors on the visible spectrum. For example, shorter wavelengths correspond to colors like blue and violet, while longer wavelengths correspond to colors like red. The perception of color in humans occurs because our eyes have specialized cells called cones that are sensitive to these varying wavelengths, enabling us to perceive the spectrum of colors. This fundamental relationship between wavelength and color hue is central to understanding how we experience visual stimuli. Each color we see is a direct result of the particular wavelength of light interacting with our visual system.