Asked by Ashley Ebony on Sep 24, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT true of cones?
A) They provide for color vision.
B) Only cones are found in the fovea centralis.
C) Cones are much more numerous than rods in the peripheral portions of the retina.
D) Cones are responsible for sharp vision.
E) All of these are true of cones.
Fovea Centralis
A small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest, owing to a high density of cones.
Peripheral Portions
The outer regions or edges of an area or structure, often contrasted with the central or core areas.
Cones
Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye responsible for color vision and visual acuity under bright light conditions.
- Comprehend the distribution and functionality of cones in the human retina.
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Nikki Pickle1 day ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Rods are more numerous than cones in the peripheral portions of the retina, not the other way around.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the distribution and functionality of cones in the human retina.