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(A) in Words And/or Diagrams, Discuss Why Convergence of the Rods

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(a) In words and/or diagrams, discuss why convergence of the rods results in increased sensitivity, but decreased acuity.
(b) In words and/or diagrams, discuss why the lack of convergence in the foveal cones results in decreased sensitivity, but increased acuity.


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Illuminated Object

An object that is lit up, either by natural light sources like the sun or artificial ones, making it visible.

Consciousness

The mind’s level of responsiveness to impressions made by the senses.

Information Integration

The process by which the brain combines information from various sources, including sensory, cognitive, and emotional inputs, to form a coherent understanding of the environment.

Synaptic Organization

The arrangement and interaction of synapses within the nervous system, which dictates how neurons communicate.

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