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Which photoreceptors of eye help in colour vision?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Photoreceptors**: Photoreceptors are specialized cells in the retina of the eye that detect light and convert it into electrical signals for the brain to interpret. 2. **Types of Photoreceptors**: There are two main types of photoreceptors in the human eye: rods and cones. 3. **Function of Rods**: Rods are responsible for vision in low-light conditions (scotopic vision). They do not detect color and are more sensitive to light. ...
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