Scotopic vision

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008707",
  "term": "Scotopic vision",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The type of vision that occurs in low light conditions, primarily mediated by the rod photoreceptors in the retina of the eye. It is characterized by high sensitivity to light but lacks color perception and fine detail resolution. This vision is most effective at wavelengths around 500 nanometers.",
  "see_also": [
    "dark adaptation"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/scotopic-vision/"
}