The color receptors in the retina are most sensitive to light waves that are
A)red, green, and blue.
B)red, blue, and yellow.
C)green, yellow, and purple.
D)orange, green, and purple.

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The three types of color receptors in the retina are sensitive to red, green, and blue light waves, which are the primary colors of light. Other colors are then perceived through combinations of stimulation of these receptors.

The Color Receptors in the Retina Are Most Sensitive to Light