Question

Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Then give reason why the word is suitable.
Area where optic nerve leaves the eye is called the _________.

Answer 1

• The second cranial nerve i.e cranial nerve || is also called an optic nerve. It is located in the back of the eye.
• The area, where the optic nerve leaves the eye, is called a blind spot.
• REASON: Because it is characterized by the absence of specialized photosensitive (light-sensitive) cells or photoreceptors(rods and cones). therefore, there is no image detection in this area.