Briefly describe their function. Rods and Cones

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Cones are stimulated by bright light and are responsible for color vision when the three subtypes of cones (red, green, and blue) are stimulated. Rods are more sensitive to lower levels of light and function in dim light conditions.

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a. pituitary gland. b. adrenal cortex. c. adrenal medulla. d. thymus gland. e. thyroid gland.

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What is creatinine?

a. A substance made of phosphate b. A substance that can lead to uremia c. A waste product of muscle metabolism d. A chemical that can precipitate from the blood and build up in the joints

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What is the purpose of accessory pigments, such as carotenoids, in photosynthesis?

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The function of a mushroom is to ________

A) produce seeds B) store nutrients C) produce spores D) photosynthesize

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