Color Vision
Abstract
This chapter studies color vision. We start by studying how photoreceptors work and how, as the first step in seeing, color vision is encoded by the photoreceptors. We then discuss post-receptoral mechanisms that encode color vision, a.k.a., the opponent processes. In both encoding mechanisms, we discuss behavioral phenomena as well as potential neural and physiological basis.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Visual perception and processing mechanisms
Color Science and Applications
Color perception and design
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Synthesis lectures on computer architecture
- Pages
- 43–73
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter