photoreceptor array

light-sensitive tissue

An array of photoreceptors and any supporting cells found in an eye.

Type Organ
Body System Nervous
Parent Structure organ component layer
Latin Name light-sensitive tissue

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the photoreceptor array?
An array of photoreceptors and any supporting cells found in an eye.
What body system is the photoreceptor array part of?
The photoreceptor array is part of the Nervous.
What is the Latin name for the photoreceptor array?
The Latin name for the photoreceptor array is light-sensitive tissue.

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