rhodopsin

/roʊˈdɑpsən/
IPA guide

Definitions of rhodopsin
  1. noun
    a red photopigment in the retinal rods of vertebrates; dissociates into retinene by light
    synonyms: retinal purple, visual purple
    see moresee less
    type of:
    photopigment
    a special pigment found in the rods and cones of the retina
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘rhodopsin'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of gold-punch.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family