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Why do we have different senses of acceleration?
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Expert Answer
Motion sickness varies due to: vestibular-visual conflict (eyes say 'not moving' but ears say 'moving'), individual vestibular sensitivity, age (children 2-12 most susceptible), hormonal factors, anxiety, and adaptation (sailors and astronauts adapt over time). Some people are virtually immune; others get sick reading in cars.
Key Insight
Motion sickness varies due to: vestibular-visual conflict (eyes say 'not moving' but ears say 'moving'), individual vestibular sensitivity, age (children 2-12 most susceptible), hormonal factors, anxiety, and adaptation (sailors and astronauts adapt over time).
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