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How is the fovea centralis adapted for its function in the human eye?

How is the fovea centralis adapted for its function in the human eye?

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1.Has high density of cones(pigment) with absence of blood vessels - This makes gives Centralia fit for visual acuity
2.Has other pigments:lutein,zeathin and carotenoids - they protect cones from damage by high intensity blue light.
-The pigments also improve acuity by reducing sensitivity to short wavelengths

Kipssben answered the question on August 15, 2018 at 13:11

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