The fovea is a spot in the retina where:
A) cones and rods are equally distributed for best all-around vision.
B) rods are most densely packed and night vision is best.
C) rods are very densely packed to allow for color vision.
D) cones are most densely packed and fine detail vision occurs.

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The fovea is a small, central area in the retina where cones are most densely packed. This allows for fine detail vision, color perception, and visual acuity. Rods are not present in high numbers in the fovea, making it less useful for low light/night vision.

The Fovea Is a Spot in the Retina Where