Diana goes to a theater to watch a movie. Outside the theater, the area is well-lit and she can see clearly. As soon as she enters the theater hall, she is engulfed by darkness and momentarily blinded as the lighting is dim. However, she is soon able to make out objects clearly once again. The phenomenon that Diana experiences is known as ________.

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Dark adaptation is the process by which the eyes increase their sensitivity to low levels of light after entering a dark environment, allowing Diana to eventually see in the dimly lit theater.

Diana Goes to a Theater to Watch a Movie