Question

A .................... is a specialized type of neuron found in the retina that is capable of phototransduction.

• A. Thermoreceptor
• B. Photoreceptor
• C. Chemoreceptor
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Photoreceptor

B. Photoreceptor.

Solution: A photoreceptor cell is a specialized type of neuroepithelial the cell found in the retina. It converts light into signals that can stimulate biological processes is capable of visual phototransduction. a photoreceptor cell is a specialized type of neuron found in the retina that is capable of phototransduction.