Cells responding to the intensity of light are called _________.

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Rod cells are sensitive to the intensity of light.
Present in large quantities at the periphery of the retina.
These are sensitive to light due to the presence of Vitamin A.
These are present predominantly in the eyes of nocturnal animals.
Hence, the cells responding to the intensity of light are called rod cells.

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