stemma
pit eye
Eye-spots which may be set into a pit to reduce the angles of light that enters and affects the eyespot, to allow the organism to deduce the angle of incoming light.
| Type | Organ |
| Parent Structure | simple eye |
| Latin Name | pit eye |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the stemma?
Eye-spots which may be set into a pit to reduce the angles of light that enters and affects the eyespot, to allow the organism to deduce the angle of incoming light.
What is the Latin name for the stemma?
The Latin name for the stemma is pit eye.
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