Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 44 - Animal Sensory Systems - Review - Page 940: 2

Answer

C

Work Step by Step

Rods and cones are photoreceptors in the eyes. The more sensitive rods are responsible for seeing light in dim settings and cones are responsible for color detection. Since nocturnal animals are primarily active at night, they require more rods to assist in seeing.
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