Photoreceptor Cells That Are Most Useful in Dim Light Are

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Multiple Choice

Photoreceptor cells that are most useful in dim light are

• A) rods.
• B) cones.
• C) amacrine cells.
• D) horizontal cells.
• E) bipolar cells.

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Definitions:

Intermediate Frequencies

Frequencies that are between the highest and lowest frequencies in a given range, often used in the processing of signals in radios and other communication devices.

Volley Principle

The volley principle is a theory of hearing that suggests groups of auditory neurons can provide a higher frequency response by firing in succession, allowing for the perception of sounds higher than their individual maximum firing rates.

Reflected Sounds

Sounds that are echoed or bounced off surfaces, altering the perception of the sound source.

Absolute Pitch

The ability to identify or reproduce a musical note without the need for a reference tone.