visual yellow

the bleached form of the photopigment rhodopsin, all-trans- retinal. Also called xanthopsin. See pigment bleaching.

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November 22nd 2024

colitis

n. inflammation of the colon, the main part of the large intestine. Colitis may be caused or aggravated by emotional disturbances, such as depression or anxiety.