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tapetum (n.)
An area in the pigmented layer of the choroid coat of the eye in many animals, which has an iridescent or metallic luster and helps to make the eye visible in the dark. Sometimes applied to the whole layer of pigmented epithelium of the choroid.
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An area in the pigmented layer of the choroid coat of the eye in many animals, which has an iridescent or metallic luster and helps to make the eye visible in t
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The tapetum lucida is a highly reflective layer in the eye of vertebrates that enhances visual acuity.
The tapetum cellulosum is a layer of densely packed collagen fibers that provide structural support to the choroid.
The tapetum fibrosum is a meshwork of collagen fibers that contributes to the overall reflectivity of the tapetum.
The tapetum nigrum is a black pigment layer in the choroid that absorbs light and prevents it from scattering.
