visual cortex

higher-order visual cortex

The part of the occipital lobe responsible for processing visual information.

Type Organ
Latin Name higher-order visual cortex
FMA ID 242644

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the visual cortex?
The part of the occipital lobe responsible for processing visual information.
What is the Latin name for the visual cortex?
The Latin name for the visual cortex is higher-order visual cortex.

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