Characteristics Of The Visual Analyzer. The Receptor Apparatus. (1).pptx

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VISUAL ANALYSER. THE RECEPTOR APPARATUS.

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2. Introduction to the Visual Analyzer The visual analyzer is responsible for processing visual information received by the eyes. It plays a crucial role in perceiving and interpreting the surrounding environment. The receptor apparatus of the visual analyzer consists of specialized cells that detect light and color.

3. Receptor Cells in the Retina The retina contains two main types of receptor cells - rods and cones. Rods are responsible for detecting low light levels and are crucial for night vision. Cones are responsible for detecting color and fine detail in well-lit conditions.

4. Structure of Rods and Cones Rods contain the photopigment rhodopsin, which is sensitive to low light levels. Cones contain three types of photopigments that are sensitive to different wavelengths of light, allowing for color vision. Both rods and cones are connected to bipolar cells and ganglion cells in the retina.

5. Processing Visual Information When light hits the rods and cones, it triggers a series of chemical reactions that result in the generation of electrical signals. These signals are then transmitted to the bipolar cells, which further relay them to the ganglion cells. The ganglion cells send the processed visual information through the optic nerve to the visual cortex in the brain for interpretation.

6. Characteristics of the Visual Analyzer The visual analyzer has a high degree of sensitivity to light and can detect a wide range of wavelengths. It has the ability to adapt to different lighting conditions, allowing for optimal vision in various environments. The visual analyzer plays a crucial role in depth perception, color discrimination, and object recognition in the visual field.