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How does the retina work?

Video How does the retina work?

TLF ID M019617

When electrons in your retina absorb photons of light they don't emit light, they cause a molecule to change shape - and that lets you see colour!

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8; 9; 10

Topics Abstract art Sound Homeostasis Immune system Eyes Cells Nervous system Plant metabolism Colour vision Retina Energy conversion Electromagnetic radiation Electricity Photons Endocrine system Heat
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  • Science

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