Which of the following statements about Simple Cortical Cells is TRUE?
A) They are found in all 6 layers of the primary visual cortex.
B) They respond to a large receptive field.
C) They are particularly sensitive to lines and edges.
D) They respond to input from both eyes, contributing to depth perception.

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Simple Cortical Cells are particularly sensitive to lines and edges. They are also found in the lower layers (layer 4) of the primary visual cortex and respond to input from only one eye. Responses from multiple simple cells are combined by Complex Cells to create more complex visual features. The description in option B is more characteristic of a Receptive field of a Complex Cell, and option D is more characteristic of Binocular Cells, which are found in higher cortical areas.

Which of the Following Statements About Simple Cortical Cells Is