Which of the following are the light-sensitive cells present in retina?

Rods

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Choroid

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Chromas

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Cones

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Solution

The correct options are
A Rods
B Cones
The retina of our eye contains two type of light-sensitive cells:-
1. RODS - These light-sensitive cells help us to see in low light. They help in detecting the shape of the objects.
2. CONES - These light-sensitive cells require bright light to see. We are able to see colours due to them.
So, the correct options are (A) and (D).

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