The Putamen and Globus Pallidus Are Frequently Considered to Be

question 172

Multiple Choice

The putamen and globus pallidus are frequently considered to be subdivisions of the

• A)caudate nucleus.
• B)claustrum.
• C)lentiform nucleus.
• D)corpus striatum.
• E)limbic system.

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Definitions:

M Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina specialized for medium-wavelength light, contributing to color vision and perception of green hues.

S Cones

A type of photoreceptor in the eye that is sensitive to short wavelength light, contributing to color vision.

Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are responsible for color vision and function best in relatively bright light.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are sensitive to low light levels and provide black-and-white vision.