During Light Detection in a Photoreceptor, Light Directly Causes What

question 17

Multiple Choice

During light detection in a photoreceptor, light directly causes what molecular change?

• A) inactivation of phosphodiesterase
• B) a retinal change from cis to trans conformation
• C) increase in cGMP levels
• D) increase in Na+ entry into the photoreceptor

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