Neurons in the Eye

• Photoreceptors absorb light

• Photoelectric absorption produces electron-ion pair Above 2 eV (l < 6000 Å) (short wavelengths are absorbed in vitreous humor)

• Changes membrane potential of receptor

  • U = 1/2 CV2 = 10-14 J = 105 eV!

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