detection of light stimulus [GO_0009583]

The series of events in which a light stimulus (in the form of photons) is received and converted into a molecular signal.

detection of light stimulus

ID: GO_0009583

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The series of events in which a light stimulus (in the form of photons) is received and converted into a molecular signal.

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Alternative Names

Synonym Scope Reference
detection of light exact synonym
perception of light related synonym