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Macula (Noun)

A patch of skin that is discolored but not usually elevated; caused by various diseases.

Nouns denoting body parts.

A small yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision.

Nouns denoting body parts.

The doctor examined the patient's macula to determine the extent of the age-related damage.
Researchers used advanced imaging techniques to study the macula and understand how it functions.
Damage to the macula can lead to central vision loss and difficulty reading or recognizing faces.
The optometrist dilated the patient's pupils to get a better view of the macula and retina.
Age-related macular degeneration is a common condition that affects the macula and can cause blindness in older adults.

A cooler darker spot appearing periodically on the sun's photosphere; associated with a strong magnetic field.