Distinguish, differentiate, compare and explain what is the main difference between rod and cone cells. Comparison and Differences.
Difference between Rod and Cone Cells
| S.No. | Rod Cells | Cone Cells |
| 1 | Outer segment is cylindrical and contains rhodopsin. | Outer segment is conical and contains iodopsin. |
| 2 | Inner end has a small knob. | The inner end is branched. |
| 3 | Sensitive to dim light and give twilight vision. | Sensitive to bright light, and give daylight vision. |
| 4 | All cells are alike and do not give color vision. | Cell are three types: blue, green and red, and give color vision. |
| 5 | Insufficient rhodopsin results in night blindness. | Insufficient iodopsin results in color blindness. |
| 6 | Numerous in number. | Fewer in number. |
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Difference between Cone Cells vs Rod
Rod vs Cone Cells
Differences between Cone Cells vs Rod
