Calcarine fissure
Calcarine Fissure
The Calcarine Fissure (pronounced: kal-kar-ine fissure) is a significant anatomical structure in the human brain.
Etymology
The term "Calcarine" is derived from the Latin word "calx" which means "limestone". This is due to the resemblance of the structure to a small spur or ridge of limestone.
Definition
The Calcarine Fissure, also known as the Calcarine Sulcus, is a deep groove located in the occipital lobe of the brain. It is a part of the cerebral cortex and is primarily responsible for visual processing.
Function
The Calcarine Fissure is the primary visual cortex of the human brain. It receives visual information from the retina and processes it to form images. This fissure is crucial for the perception of visual stimuli and plays a significant role in the human ability to see.
Related Terms
- Occipital Lobe: The region of the brain where the Calcarine Fissure is located.
- Cerebral Cortex: The outer layer of the brain, containing the Calcarine Fissure.
- Retina: The part of the eye that sends visual information to the Calcarine Fissure.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Calcarine fissure
- Wikipedia's article - Calcarine fissure
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