What type of cells does the fovea contain in high amounts?

The fovea is specialized for high-acuity vision and is located in the central part of the retina. It contains a high density of cone cells, which are responsible for color vision and visual sharpness, particularly in bright light conditions. These cone cells allow for detailed central vision and play a crucial role in tasks that require visual clarity, such as reading and recognizing faces.

In contrast, rod cells, which are more sensitive to low light, are less concentrated in the fovea and are more abundant in the peripheral regions of the retina. Bipolar cells and ganglion cells are also present in the retina, but they serve different functions in the visual pathway and are not specifically concentrated in the fovea for the purpose of refined image detail and color recognition. Thus, the structure and composition of the fovea are tailored to enhance visual performance, primarily facilitated by the presence of cone cells.