Psychology GCSE

Stereopsis

What Stereopsis means in Psychology GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

Definition of Stereopsis

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A binocular depth cue that uses retinal disparity, requiring both eyes to compare slightly different images to judge depth.

Pearson Edexcel · Perception (study guide)

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Perception (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)

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