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optic nerve

Pronunciation:  'âptik nurv

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 Definition: [n]  serves the retina
 
 Synonyms: nervus opticus, optic tract, second cranial nerve
 
 See Also: cranial nerve, visual system

 

 

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 Definition: Nerve that carries visual impulses from the retina to the brain.
 

 

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