Why is it difficult to detect color at night?
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During the day, our eyes primarily rely on cone cells to detect color and provide sharp, detailed vision. Cone cells are concentrated in the central part of the retina, called the fovea, and are responsible for our ability to see a wide range of colors. Show more…
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