All of the following are true of cones EXCEPT
A)they are responsible for peripheral vision.
B)they provide color vision.
C)they allow discernment of fine details in bright light.
D)they are less sensitive to light than are rods.
E)there are fewer cones than rods in the human eye.

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Cones are responsible for color vision, fine detail, and function best in bright light, but it is the rods, not cones, that are responsible for peripheral vision. Rods are more numerous and more sensitive to light, allowing them to perform better in low light conditions and contribute to peripheral vision.

All of the Following Are True of Cones EXCEPT