Multiple Choice
Which type of photoreceptor is responsible for black, white, and gray vision in the human eye?
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15. The Special Senses
Rods, Cones, and Light
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Which type of photoreceptor cells functions best in bright light?
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Bipolar cells
B
Rods
C
Cones
D
Ganglion cells
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Begin by understanding the different types of photoreceptor cells in the retina: rods and cones. These cells are responsible for converting light into neural signals.
Rods are photoreceptor cells that are highly sensitive to light and function well in low-light conditions. They are primarily responsible for night vision and do not detect color.
Cones are photoreceptor cells that function best in bright light conditions. They are responsible for detecting color and providing sharp, detailed vision.
Bipolar cells and ganglion cells are not photoreceptors. Instead, they are involved in the processing and transmission of visual information from photoreceptors to the brain.
Conclude that cones are the type of photoreceptor cells that function best in bright light, allowing for color vision and high visual acuity.
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