Color Vision

question 46

Multiple Choice

Color vision

• A)is perceived in the optic chiasma but is interpreted in the primary visual cortex
• B)depends on various ratios of stimulation of the three cone types in response to different wavelengths of light
• C)is usually lost in vitamin A deficiency
• D)depends on activation of a specific cone for each visible color
• E)is made possible by convergence within the cone pathways

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Definitions:

Short-Term Memory

The capacity for holding a small amount of information in an active, readily available state for a short period of time.

Long-Term Memory

The aspect of memory where information is stored for a prolonged period, potentially for a lifetime, including facts, experiences, and skills.

Prefrontal Cortex

The frontal part of the brain's cerebral cortex, involved in decision making, social behavior, personality expression, and moderating complex cognitive behavior.

Temporal Lobes

Regions of the cerebral cortex located beneath the temples, involved in processing auditory information, memory storage, and managing emotional responses.