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Chapter 9: Problem 6

Match each type of visual receptor with its function. a. Rods 1\. Used for dim light, largely insensitive to color b. Cones 2\. Detect color, good in bright light

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a. Rods - 1\nb. Cones - 2

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01

Identify the function of Rods

In the list provided, the function of rods is described as 'Used for dim light, largely insensitive to color'. So, Rods correspond to function 1.
02

Identify the function of Cones

Looking again at the list, the function of cones is described as 'Detect color, good in bright light'. So, Cones correspond to function 2.

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