Which neural structures show color opponent processing?
A) rods, cones
B) retinal bipolar and ganglion cells and lateral geniculate cells in the thalamus
C) rods and bipolar cells
D) optic sensors and pigment neurons

Question

Which neural structures show color opponent processing?
A) rods, cones
B) retinal bipolar and ganglion cells and lateral geniculate cells in the thalamus 
C) rods and bipolar cells 
D) optic sensors and pigment neurons

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Retinal bipolar and ganglion cells, as well as lateral geniculate cells in the thalamus, exhibit color opponent processing, which involves the comparison of activity between different types of cone cells that are sensitive to different wavelengths of light. Rods do not contribute significantly to color vision as they are only sensitive to brightness and darkness, while bipolar cells do not have color opponent processing on their own. Optic sensors and pigment neurons are not specific enough to be considered accurate choices.

Which Neural Structures Show Color Opponent Processing