Asked by
Megan Dorsey-dodge
on Dec 19, 2024
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Cones are found primarily in the _____ and specialize in _____.
A) fovea; color vision
B) retina; seeing in low light environments
C) optic disc; peripheral vision
D) fovea; peripheral vision
Fovea
A small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest, due to the high density of cones, responsible for sharp central vision.
Color Vision
The ability of the visual system to distinguish different wavelengths of light, allowing for the perception of various colors.
- Distinguish between the roles and sensitivity of photoreceptors in perceiving black and white versus colored light.
- Understand the structure of the eye as it pertains to sight.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the roles and sensitivity of photoreceptors in perceiving black and white versus colored light.
- Understand the structure of the eye as it pertains to sight.