In which of the following ways do rods and cones differ?
A) They have different shapes.
B) Cones are more plentiful in the fovea.
C) Rods operate at low light intensities.
D) All of the above answers are correct.

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Rods and cones differ in their shapes, with rods being long and cylindrical and cones being shorter and tapered. Cones are more plentiful in the fovea, the central region of the retina responsible for high acuity vision. Rods are more sensitive to low light intensities, while cones are responsible for color vision and operate best under brighter lighting conditions. Therefore, all of the above answers are correct.

In Which of the Following Ways Do Rods and Cones