Asked by Sercan Y?ld?r?m on Jun 16, 2024

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The optic nerves extend posteriorly and medially from the eyes, and merge at the

A) optic chiasma.
B) infundibulum.
C) corpus callosum.
D) fornix.
E) cerebral peduncle.

Optic Chiasma

The Optic Chiasma is the X-shaped structure formed at the point where the optic nerves cross over each other, located at the base of the brain.

Optic Nerves

The pair of cranial nerves transmitting visual information from the retina to the brain.

Posteriorly

Relating to or located toward the back or rear of an organism or structure.

  • Understand the importance and function of the optic nerves and their pathways.
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Amarjot PunniJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The optic nerves merge at the optic chiasma, where the fibers from the nasal halves of the retina cross over to the opposite side of the brain.