The long-, Middle- and short-wavelength cones differ primarily in terms of
A) Their physical sizes
B) Their spectral sensitivity
C) The magnitude of the response they produce after absorbing a photon of light
D) The luminance level the function best under

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The long-, middle-, and short-wavelength cones are also known as red, green, and blue cones, respectively, due to their spectral sensitivity. They differ in their ability to detect and absorb different wavelengths of light, which allows us to perceive different colors. Their physical sizes and response magnitudes are not the primary factors that distinguish them. The luminance level they function best under is also not a primary factor in their differentiation.

The Long-, Middle- and Short-Wavelength Cones Differ Primarily in Terms