The Blind spot in our eye results from

A) the lack of receptors at the spot where the optic nerve connects to the retina.

B) the shadow the pupil makes on the retina.

C) competing for processing between the visual cortices in the left and right hemisphere

D) floating debris in the space between the lens and the retina.

E) retinal damage from bright light

Answer: A) the lack of receptors at the spot where the optic nerve connects to the retina.

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