Lateral inhibition emphasizes a visual feature called ___________ which help detect edges in a visual stimulus.

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Lateral inhibition is a process in the visual system that enhances contrast at edges of objects, making it easier to detect where one object ends and another begins. This is achieved by the way neurons in the retina inhibit the activity of neighboring neurons, leading to an increased perception of contrast at edges, known as contrast enhancement.

Lateral Inhibition Emphasizes a Visual Feature Called ___________ Which Help