Synonym for photoreceptor ... <cell biology> A specialised cell type in a multicellular organism that is sensitive to light. This definition excludes single celled organisms, but includes noneye receptors, such as snake infra red (heat) detectors or photosensitive pineal gland cells. ... See: retinal rods, retinal cones. ... (31 Dec 1997) ......
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Type: Term Pronunciation: fō′tō-sep′tŏr Synonyms: photoreceptor
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photoceptor A cell capable of perceiving the presence of light. Etymologically related 'light, shine, glow' word families: ethero-; fulg-; luco-; lumen-, lum-; luna, luni-; lustr-; phengo-; pheno-; phospho-; scinti-, scintill-; splendo-.
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