The absolute sensitivity of S-cones is:
A) higher than for M-cones or L-cones.
B) lower than for rod photoreceptors.
C) higher than it is for M-cones but lower for L-cones.
D) equal to that for M-cones or L-cones.

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The absolute sensitivity of S-cones (short-wavelength cones) is lower than for rod photoreceptors because rods are more sensitive to light, allowing them to function better in low-light conditions, whereas cones, including S-cones, are responsible for color vision and function best under brighter light.

The Absolute Sensitivity of S-Cones Is