Lateral Inhibition Via Horizontal Cells in the Mammalian Retina ________

question 59

Multiple Choice

Lateral inhibition via horizontal cells in the mammalian retina ________.

• A) underlies habituation of vision
• B) enhances visual contrast
• C) prevents bleaching in bright light
• D) recycles neurotransmitter molecules

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