retinal rod (Meaning)
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retinal rod (n)
a visual receptor cell that is sensitive to dim light
Synonyms & Antonyms of retinal rod
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retinal rod Sentence Examples
- Retinal rods, found in the outermost layer of the retina, detect shades of gray and are essential for low-light vision.
- The number of retinal rods decreases with age, contributing to age-related vision impairments.
- Certain visual pigments within retinal rods allow them to absorb light and trigger electrical signals.
- Retinal rods, unlike cones, are not responsible for color perception.
- The high sensitivity of retinal rods enables us to detect even faint light sources at night.
- Deficiency in retinal rod function can lead to night blindness or rod monochromacy.
- Retinal rods are especially sensitive to wavelengths of light around 490 nanometers.
- The regeneration process of retinal rods takes several minutes to allow for adaptation to changing light conditions.
- Certain medical conditions, such as retinitis pigmentosa, can affect the functionality of retinal rods.
- Scientists are exploring ways to protect and enhance the function of retinal rods for improved vision in low-light settings.
FAQs About the word retinal rod
a visual receptor cell that is sensitive to dim light
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Retinal rods, found in the outermost layer of the retina, detect shades of gray and are essential for low-light vision.
The number of retinal rods decreases with age, contributing to age-related vision impairments.
Certain visual pigments within retinal rods allow them to absorb light and trigger electrical signals.
Retinal rods, unlike cones, are not responsible for color perception.
