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ISBN: 9780135197394

Author: Hewitt, Paul G., LYONS, Suzanne, (science Teacher), Suchocki, John, Yeh, Jennifer (jennifer Jean)

Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)

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Chapter 19, Problem 45TC

Rank the two types of light-sensitive cells, rods and cones,

in terms of (a) ability to see in dim light, (b) ability to make

out fine details, and (c) ability to distinguish different colors.

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