Asked by Dominick Gilpin on Jul 26, 2024

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Compared with rods,cones are

A) more sensitive to dim light and more sensitive to fine detail.
B) less sensitive to dim light and less sensitive to fine detail.
C) more sensitive to dim light and less sensitive to fine detail.
D) less sensitive to dim light and more sensitive to fine detail.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina that are highly sensitive to light and enable vision in low-light conditions.

Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye, responsible for color vision and functioning best in bright light.

Dim Light

A low level of illumination, often creating a subdued or intimate atmosphere.

  • Recognize the differences between rods and cones in terms of their functions and sensitivities.
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Kaiana McQueenAug 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Cones are less sensitive to dim light but more sensitive to fine detail than rods. Rods are better for seeing in low light conditions, but cones are better for seeing color and controlling visual acuity.