Term Name:	retinal pigment epithelium development
Synonyms:	RPE development
Definition:	The progression of the retinal pigment epithelium over time, from its initial formation to the mature structure. The retinal pigment epithelium is the melanin-containing layer of cells between the retina and the choroid that absorbs scattered and reflected light and removes waste products produced by the photoreceptor cells.
Ontology:	GO: Biological Process [GO:0003406]    QuickGO    AmiGO