Explanatory gap

The term "explanatory gap" refers to a philosophical concept that highlights the difficulty of explaining how physical processes in the brain relate to subjective experiences or consciousness. It is often discussed in the context of discussions about the philosophy of mind and the mind-body problem. The explanatory gap arises from the challenge of bridging the gap between the objective, measurable processes of the brain (such as neural activity) and the subjective experience of consciousness (such as sensations, perceptions, and feelings).