Which of the Following Is NOT True of the Functions

question 169

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of the functions of the pigment epithelium of the retina?

• A)absorption of scattered light
• B)stabilize ion composition surrounding the photoreceptors
• C)creating the dark current of the photoreceptors
• D)delivery of nutrients to the photoreceptors

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