Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134156415
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 13, Problem 37SAQ
Summary Introduction
To review:
The description of the response of rhodopsin to light stimuli. Also, the final outcome of this cascade of events.
Introduction:
Rhodopsin is a deep purple photopigment present in the rods. It is made up of a light absorbing molecule called retinal, which is a derivative of vitamin A. It combines with opsin protein to form rhodopsin. Rhodopsin is accumulated in dark and undergoes changes in light.
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