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What is the main reason that we first see darkness when moving from a bright place to a dark place?
What is the main reason that we first see darkness when moving from a bright place to a dark place?
During dark adaptation, what does the eye lose in terms of vision?
During dark adaptation, what does the eye lose in terms of vision?
How long does it take for full adaptation (retina to have full sensitivity) to occur?
How long does it take for full adaptation (retina to have full sensitivity) to occur?
What causes the initial perception of very bright white light when moving from dark to bright light?
What causes the initial perception of very bright white light when moving from dark to bright light?
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How do retinal neurons adapt during light adaptation?
How do retinal neurons adapt during light adaptation?
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What occurs within about one minute of light adaptation?
What occurs within about one minute of light adaptation?
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What happens to visual accuracy and color vision during light adaptation?
What happens to visual accuracy and color vision during light adaptation?
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Which type of vision does the human eye exhibit in response to different available light levels?
Which type of vision does the human eye exhibit in response to different available light levels?
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What causes the full adaptation during dark adaptation?
What causes the full adaptation during dark adaptation?
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Why does the eye lose retinal sensitivity during light adaptation?
Why does the eye lose retinal sensitivity during light adaptation?
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