Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the rod photoreceptors?
A)They contain the pigment rhodopsin.
B)They are functional only in dim light.
C)They detect even the slightest motion.
D)They detect fine detail.
E)The stimulus formed results from the breakdown of rhodopsin.

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Rod photoreceptors are not capable of detecting fine detail. They are responsible for detecting light in low levels and provide us with vision in dim light conditions. They contain the pigment rhodopsin, which is responsible for their function, and the stimulus formed results from the breakdown of rhodopsin. Additionally, they are sensitive to motion, but not capable of detecting fine detail.

Which of the Following Is NOT a True Statement About