Which of the following best describes the role and distribution of rods and cones in the retina for visual processing?

Both rods and cones are evenly distributed in the retina, with rods playing a major role in color vision.

Cones are more numerous than rods and are primarily found in the peripheral areas of the retina.

Rods are more numerous than cones and are primarily found in the peripheral areas of the retina, aiding in low-light vision.

The center of the retina is populated only by rods, which are essential for high-acuity vision.