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  2. Rod cell - Wikipedia

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    Opsin-containing disks lie at the end of the cell adjacent to the retinal pigment epithelium, which in turn is attached to the inside of the eye. The stacked-disc structure of the detector portion of the cell allows for very high efficiency. Rods are much more common than cones, with about 120 million rod cells compared to 6 to 7 million cone ...

  3. Photoreceptor cell - Wikipedia

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    A photoreceptor cell is a specialized type of neuroepithelial cell found in the retina that is capable of visual phototransduction. The great biological importance of photoreceptors is that they convert light (visible electromagnetic radiation) into signals that can stimulate biological processes. To be more specific, photoreceptor proteins in ...

  4. Layer of rods and cones - Wikipedia

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    The elements composing the layer of rods and cones ( Jacob's membrane) in the retina of the eye are of two kinds, rod cells and cone cells, the former being much more numerous than the latter except in the macula lutea . Jacob's membrane is named after Irish ophthalmologist Arthur Jacob, who was the first to describe this nervous layer of the ...

  5. 10 Most Expensive Sunglasses in the World and What They Cost

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    1. Chopard De Rigo Vision — $408,000. The no. 1 most expensive sunglasses in the world are the Chopard de Rigo Vision. Made by Chopard, a Swiss watchmaker and jeweler, this eyewear boasts 60 ...

  6. The Rarest Eye Color in the World: What It Is and Why

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    Heterochromia iridum is the name of this rare phenomenon. It occurs when the iris—the colored part of the eye surrounding the pupil—exhibits two different colors. Most cases of heterochromia ...

  7. Comparative anatomy - Wikipedia

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    Comparative anatomy studies similarities and differences in organisms. The image shows homologous bones in the upper limb of various vertebrates. Comparative anatomy is the study of similarities and differences in the anatomy of different species. It is closely related to evolutionary biology and phylogeny [1] (the evolution of species).

  8. List of professional sports leagues by revenue - Wikipedia

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    Bundesliga) 3. Fußball-Liga (3. Liga) Croatian First Football League (1. HNL) ^ Number of teams in the season referenced in this table. Due to league expansion and contraction, does not necessarily match the number of current teams. ^ Cited revenue was $18.6 billion, exchange rate of 1 USD = 0.9696 EUR used here for 2022 season.

  9. Human eye - Wikipedia

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    The human eye is a sensory organ in the visual system that reacts to visible light allowing eyesight. Other functions include maintaining the circadian rhythm, and keeping balance . Arizona Eye Model. "A" is accommodation in diopters. The eye can be considered as a living optical device. It is approximately spherical in shape, with its outer ...