| id | GO:0045463 Detailed information |
|---|---|
| name | R8 cell development |
| namespace | biological_process |
| def | "The process whose specific outcome is the progression of the R8 photoreceptor over time, from its formation to the mature structure. The R8 photoreceptor is the founding receptor of each ommatidium." [PMID:11880339] |
| is_a | GO:0042051 ! compound eye photoreceptor development |
| relationship | part_of GO:0045465 ! R8 cell differentiation |