Asked by Jalyn Lankford on Jul 15, 2024
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Which structure of the eye absorbs light,processes images,and sends visual information to the brain
A) retina
B) rods
C) lens
D) fovea
Retina
The light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye that converts light into neural signals which the brain interprets as visual images.
Rods
Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are highly sensitive to light and enable vision in low light conditions.
Lens
A lens is a piece of transparent material, typically glass or plastic, that refracts or focuses light rays, used in devices like glasses, cameras, and telescopes to enhance vision or capture images.
- Understand the structure and function of the eye and how it processes visual information.
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Alexandra MillettJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The retina is the structure of the eye that contains photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) that are responsible for absorbing light and processing visual information. The retina also sends this information to the brain via the optic nerve. The lens and fovea also play important roles in focusing and fine-tuning visual information, but they do not absorb or process light like the retina. Rods are a type of photoreceptor cell that are more sensitive to light and are responsible for perception of dimmer environments.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the structure and function of the eye and how it processes visual information.