The study of the structure and organization of the visual system in humans, including the eyes, optic nerves, and brain regions involved in processing visual information.
Related terms
Retina: The light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye that contains specialized cells called photoreceptors.
Optic Nerve: A bundle of nerve fibers that carries visual information from the retina to the brain.
Occipital Lobe: The region at the back of the brain that plays a crucial role in processing and perceiving visual information.