Rod and cone photoreceptor cells of the vertebrate retina are specialized neurons that function in the primary events of the vision. Rod photoreceptors are highly sensitive to light and operate under dim lighting conditions, while cone photoreceptors function under normal light intensity and are responsible for color vision and high visual acuity. Both cells are similar in structure consisting of an outer segment, inner segment, cell body and synaptic region |
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