OCULAR ADAPTATION
\ˈɒkjʊləɹ ɐdɐptˈe͡ɪʃən], \ˈɒkjʊləɹ ɐdɐptˈeɪʃən], \ˈɒ_k_j_ʊ_l_ə_ɹ ɐ_d_ɐ_p_t_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\
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The adjustment of the eye to variations in the intensity of light. Light adaptation is the adjustment of the eye when the light threshold is increased; DARK ADAPTATION when the light is greatly reduced. (From Cline et al., Dictionary of Visual Science, 4th ed)
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