Asked by Seynabou Biteye on Sep 29, 2024
Imagine that biologists have discovered an animal that has eyes very similar to human eyes,but that the only receptor cells in the retina are cones; there are no rods.What would you expect about this animal's vision,based on what is known about human vision
A) It would have poor peripheral vision.
B) It would have poor visual acuity.
C) It would have excellent vision in dim light.
D) It could not see in colour.
Peripheral Vision
The part of vision that occurs outside the very center of gaze, allowing humans to see objects not directly looked at.
Visual Acuity
The sharpness or clarity of vision, usually measured as part of an eye examination.
Dim Light
A low-intensity illumination that provides a subdued or soft light environment, often creating a calming or romantic atmosphere.
- Differentiate between rods and cones and their respective roles in visual perception.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between rods and cones and their respective roles in visual perception.