Ninety Percent of the Axons in the Optic Tract Synapse

question 29

Multiple Choice

Ninety percent of the axons in the optic tract synapse in the

• A)superior colliculus.
• B)optic chiasm.
• C)lateral geniculate nucleus.

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Definitions:

Paralyzing Venom

A toxic substance produced by some animals, such as snakes and spiders, that immobilizes prey by interfering with nerve signal transmission.

Salivary Glands

Accessory digestive glands found in vertebrates and some invertebrates; in humans there are three pairs.

Enzymatic Digestion

The breakdown of food by enzymes into molecules small enough for the body to absorb.

Saliva

A watery secretion in the mouths of animals, produced by the salivary glands, which aids in digestion and oral hygiene.