What is the name of the light-sensitive pigment found in the rod cells of the retina?
What is the name of the light-sensitive pigment found in the rod cells of the retina?
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The light-sensitive pigment found in the rod cells of the retina is called rhodopsin. It is crucial for low-light (scotopic) vision and helps detect light and dark contrasts.