Which of the Following Statements About the Rods and Cones

Question

Which of the following statements about the rods and cones in the eye is NOT true?
A)The cones are better able to detect shades of color.
B)The rods are involved in black and white vision.
C)Rods and cones work together to detect the full image.
D)Rhodopsin is the molecule associated with vision.
E)Rods are activated by bright light and cones are better suited to night vision.

Accepted Answer

Rods are more sensitive to low light levels and are better suited for night vision, while cones are responsible for color vision and function better in bright light.