Cortical Implants Make Use of the Fact That Phosphenes, Which

question 44

Multiple Choice

Cortical implants make use of the fact that phosphenes, which are discrete flashes of light that are perceived by both blind and sighted people, are perceived when the _____________ is electrically stimulated.

• A)optic nerve
• B)fovea
• C)retina
• D)visual cortex

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