Beyond V1 Flashcards
1
Q
what is the purpose of the dorsal stream?
A
analysis of visual motion and visual control of dorsal areas
2
Q
what areas are included in the dorsal stream
A
V1, V2, V3, MT, MST
3
Q
where is area MT
A
temporal lobe
4
Q
where is MST
A
parietal lobe
5
Q
what is the function of area MT
A
direction-selective, respond to the motion of objects, not their shape
6
Q
what is the function of MST
A
navigation, directing eye movements, motion perception
7
Q
what is the purpose of the ventral stream
A
perception of the visual world and recognition of objects
8
Q
what areas are included in the ventral stream
A
V1, V2, V3, V4, IT
9
Q
what is the function of area V4
A
shape and color perception
10
Q
what is the function of area IT
A
visual perception and visual memory (such as faces)
