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What is lateral inhibition and how does it relate to visual processing?
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What is lateral inhibition and how does it relate to visual processing?
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Lateral inhibition is a neural process in which activity in one neuron inhibits activity in neighboring neurons. It is important in visual processing as it enhances the contrast and sharpness of edges.
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