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light reflex

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light reflex [′līt ‚rē‚fleks]
(physiology)
The postural orientation response of certain aquatic forms stimulated by the source of light; receptors may be on the ventral or dorsal surface.
The response in which the pupil dilates when light levels are lowered, and constricts when light levels are raised.


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The pars tensa is intact, and there is a good light reflex at the center of the photograph.
 
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