The layer of the eye where photoreceptors are present is called ________.

sclera

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choroid

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retina

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cornea

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Solution

The correct option is C
retina

Retina is the light-sensitive layer of tissue that lines the inside of the eye. It sends visual messages through the optic nerves to the brain. It is the innermost layer and consists of rod cells and cone cells (photoreceptors) which detect the intensity of light and colour of light respectively.

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