Except on the red end of the colour spectrum, research has determined that rods have much greater brightness sensitivity than ______.
A)cones
B)hair cells
C)bipolar cells
D)optic nerves

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Rods are more sensitive to light than cones, except for the red end of the color spectrum where cones, particularly the red-sensitive ones, are more responsive. This is why rods are more associated with night vision or low-light conditions, whereas cones are responsible for color vision and function best under bright light.

Except on the Red End of the Colour Spectrum, Research