Occipital lobe

Definition

The occipital lobe is the region of the brain located at the back of the skull, primarily involved in visual processing. It interprets information received from the eyes and is crucial for recognizing shapes, colors, and motion.

Related terms

Visual Cortex: The part of the occipital lobe that receives, integrates, and processes visual information from the retinas.

Cerebral Cortex: The outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, involved in many high-level functions such as thought, memory, and interpreting sensory input.

Neuroplasticity: The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life, including adaptations within the occipital lobe