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Why is it difficult to differentiate between red and green colour objects in dark or in night ?

A

Rods work well only during daytime

B

Cones work well only during daytime

C

Rods work well only during night time

D

Cones work well only during night time

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The correct Answer is:
B
Cones operate only in bright light, hence the different types of cones (i.e., blue, red or green-sensitive) are active during daytime or in presence of light.It is because of this reason, that the person is unable to differentiate between green and red colour in night time.
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