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The rods of the retina are sensitive to bright light.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The statement claims that the rods of the retina are sensitive to bright light. We need to determine if this statement is true or false. 2. **Identifying Photoreceptors**: The retina contains two types of photoreceptors: rods and cones. 3. **Function of Rods**: Rods are primarily responsible for vision in low light conditions (scotopic vision). They do not function well in bright light and are not involved in color vision. ...
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