The information you receive from each eye is communicated through the optic nerve to the brain. Which of the following statements correctly describes how the visual field is perceived?
The right visual fields from both eyes are processed on the right side of the cerebrum.
The visual field from the right eye crosses the optic chiasm to the right side of the brain.
The left visual fields from both eyes are processed on the right side of the cerebrum.
The visual field from the left eye crosses the optic chiasm to the right side of the brain.
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Answered By Emily D
I've included a (crudely drawn) diagram to help with this explanation
Answer: The left visual fields from both eyes are processed on the right side of the cerebrum
Explanation:
The LEFT VISUAL FIELD of each eye is processed on the RIGHT SIDE of the brain
The RIGHT VISUAL FIELD of each eye is processed on the LEFT SIDE of the brain
The Optic chiasm is the cross part in your brain where the right field of the right eye and the left field of the left eye cross over to the appropriate sides (left brain side and right brain side respectively). I find it easier to think of as the outside edges of the visual field have to criss-cross inside the brain, the inside fields do not have to cross
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