The absence of rods and cones in the area of the optic disk creates a/an _______

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newyorker26

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on: Jun 26, 2018

The absence of rods and cones in the area of the optic disk creates a/an ________ on the surface of the retina.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

The point at which nerve fibers from the retina converge to form the optic nerve is known as the ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

patma1981

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018

Answer to Question 1

blind spot

Answer to Question 2

optic disk

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