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What is the definition or description of: scotopic vision?

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Dark adapted vision: Scotopic vision is vision in low light conditions. It is in contrast to photopic vision which is vision in high light conditions. Scotopic vision is generally more rod dependent than cone dependent.

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Answered 2/23/2017

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