Cones in the Fovea Are Clustered in Hexagonal Patterns (One

question 23

Multiple Choice

Cones in the fovea are clustered in hexagonal patterns (one center, six surround) . Flashing a light on the central cone produces perception of

• A) whichever color cone is in the center.
• B) whichever color cone makes the majority of the surround.
• C) a number of colors, depending on background color and cones in the surround.
• D) a number of colors, depending on cones in the surround.
• E) whichever color light is used on the center cone.

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