Methanol attacks –
Correct Answer: Ganglion cells of retina
Description: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Ganglion cells of retina o Methyl alcohol is metabolised very slowly and thus stays for a longer period in the body.o It is oxidised into formic acid and formaldehyde in the tissues. These toxic agents cause oedema followed by degeneration of the ganglion cells of the retina, resulting in complete blindness due to optic atrophy.
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