Why Color Blindness Is More Common in Men Than Women
Introduction Colour blindness occurs due to the dysfunction of cone photoreceptors, which are responsible for processing light wavelengths to see colours. Genetic factors on the X chromosome can deactivate genes that produce crucial red and green pigments in cone cells. Due to the recessive nature of this genetic characteristic, women often compensate by possessing a ... Read More
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