It is difficult to see items sharply in dim light because ________.

A) we are seeing primarily with the rods
B) we are seeing primarily with the cones
C) rods do not adapt to the dark
D) we are seeing mostly with the fovea

Fovea

The central part of the retina where visual acuity is highest and detailed vision is best due to a high concentration of cones.

Cones

Cones are photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye responsible for color vision and operate best under bright light conditions, differing from rods, which are more sensitive to dim light.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are highly sensitive to light, making them responsible for vision at low light levels.