Optic nerve, light micrograph

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Optic nerve, light micrograph

Optic nerve. Coloured light micrograph of a section through the optic nerve. The optic nerve (bright pink) collects impulses from the light sensitive cells of the retina and relays them to the brain. The optic nerve is leaving the ocular bulb (eyeball, top) via the optical canal (bottom). The retina (pale pink) contains light sensitive photoreceptor cells (purple) and runs towards the optic nerve. This region is known as the blind spot as there are no photoreceptor cells in this region to receive light. The choroid (black) lines the inside of the eye and prevents light from reflecting and distorting the image. Magnification: x110 when printed at 10cm wide

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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate details of the optic nerve, a vital component of our visual system. In this colored light micrograph, we can observe a section through the optic nerve, depicted as a striking shade of bright pink. The optic nerve plays a crucial role in collecting impulses from the light-sensitive cells present in our retina and transmitting them to the brain for interpretation. The image also highlights other essential structures within the eye. The ocular bulb, located at the top, serves as an entry point for the optic nerve before it exits through the optical canal at the bottom. The pale pink region represents the retina, which houses purple photoreceptor cells responsible for capturing incoming light. Interestingly, there is an area known as "the blind spot" within this region where no photoreceptor cells are present to receive light stimuli. This absence creates a gap in our visual perception. To ensure optimal vision quality and prevent distortion caused by reflections, the inside lining of our eye is covered by a dark layer called choroid (depicted in black). With its magnification level set at x110 when printed at 10cm wide, this print provides us with an up-close view into one of nature's most remarkable creations – our sense of sight and its complex anatomical structures that enable us to perceive and interpret our surroundings accurately.

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