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What are some genetic disorders of the rods and cones of the eye?
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Do some people have more cones?
Humans have more rods than cones. There are almost 20 times more rods than cones in the human eye.
Why are some animals colour-blind?
They have less cones in their eyes. Humans have cones and rods. The cones are for color and rods are for light. Cats have a ton of rods so that is why they can see in the dark well and humans can't. The more rods you have, the better you can see at night or in the dark. Animals have a lot more rods because that is more beneficial to them than seeing colors.
How eyes work in mammals?
not sure. n eyes there are rods and cones. most animals have only rods, which pick up light and dark but not colour. humans(and possibly some other animals)have rodsand cones. the cones pick up colour.
Why is a light sensor better than your eyes?
The retina contains two types of photoreceptor's, rods and cones. The rods are more numerous, some 120 million, and are more sensitive than the cones. However, they are not sensitive to colour.
How are genetic disorders treated today?
many genetic disorders cant be treated and the best thing to do is see a genetic councelor or do one of the many things you love to do. but, also some are treatable
What are rods and cones?
Rods and cones are photoreceptors in the eye that allow people to see. Rods allow people to see colors, while cones allow people to see in low light, and in great detail.
What movement disorders are caused by inherited genetic defects.?
Some movement disorders, including Huntington's disease and inherited ataxias, are caused by inherited genetic defects
What are bad genetic disorders?
Here are some bad genetic disorders.Cystic FibrosisDown SyndromeKlinefelter's SyndromeTurner's SyndromeHemopheliaTrisomy 18
While cones are important for color vision what are more sensitive than cones?
Rods are more sensitive to detecting black and white, and to a limited degree, some blue as things start to get dark. However, cones are what give you color vision.
What do some scientists predict cloning will do for people with genetic disorders?
no sexual activity or feelings
Do personality disorders run in families?
Yes it does, although it can skip generations.
Is genetic counseling a procedure in which cells are examined to determine whether a baby will have some genetic disorders?
Meow Meow Yes Meow Meow
