Meaning Of The Word Dark adaptation

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What's The Definition Of Dark adaptation?

dark adaptation in American English
the adaptation of the eye to vision in the dark by dilation of the pupil, increased sensitivity of the retina, etc.
noun: the reflex adaptation of the eye to dim light, consisting of a dilatation of the pupil and an increase in the number of functioning rods accompanied by a decrease in the number of functioning cones (opposed to light adaptation)

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