scotopic
Definitions
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- adjective Monochromatic, as used in near darkness, using the rod cells.
Examples
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I have what they call scotopic sensitivity, which means fluorescent lighting really hurts my eyes, head, and entire nervous system.
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In limited light, the eyes shift to what is known as scotopic vision, where the photoreceptors in the retina can only perceive simple, large areas of tone, with uncertain boundaries.
Note
The word 'scotopic' comes from Greek roots meaning 'dizziness' and 'eye'.
