The process by which rods and cones become more sensitive to light in response to lowered levels of illumination is called ________.
A) afterimage resolution
B) afterimage adaptation
C) dark adaptation
D) light adaptation

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The process described in the question is called dark adaptation. Dark adaptation is the process by which the sensitivity of rods and cones in the retina of the eye increases in response to low levels of illumination. This process allows the eye to adjust to low-light conditions, such as when entering a dimly lit room after being in a brightly lit area. Dark adaptation typically takes several minutes to occur and can be disrupted by exposure to bright light.

The Process by Which Rods and Cones Become More Sensitive