Topic 2: Visual Pathways

How do neural signals exit the retina?

• The optic nerve

• The optic chiasm

• The optic tract

• The LGN

Which of these statements are true about convergence?

• Multiple cones send signals to one bipolar cell

• There is a one-to-one connection between rods and bipolar cells

• Multiple rods send signals to one bipolar cell

• Multiple cones send signals to one rod

Midget Cells and Parasol Cells are 2 types of _________________ cells.

• Optic

• Photoreceptor

• Lateral Geniculate Nucleus

• Retinal Ganglion

What is visual acuity limited by?

• Grating Stimuli

• Spacing of the photoreceptors

• Retinal thickness

• Light sensitivity

Which retinal fields are projected to the left lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN)?

• Left temporal retinal field: right nasal retinal field

• Right temporal retinal field: left nasal retinal field

• Right temporal retinal field: right nasal retinal field

• Left nasal retinal field: left temporal retinal field