DUMET Medical DUMET Medical Solved Paper-2008

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    Which of the following cells are associated  with identification of colours in bright light?

    A)  Rod cells        

    B)  Cone cells

    C)  Both [a] and [b]

    D)  None of these

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    The cone cells are the light sensitive receptor cells, found in the retina of all diurnal vertebrates. Cones are specialized to transmit information about colour and are respectively for the visual activity of eye. They function best in the bright light. The rod cells are light sensitive receptor cells present in the retina of vertebrates. Rods contain the pigment rhodopsin and are essential for vision in dim light.


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