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2. Causes of Color Blindness

Color blindness is both a genetic and acquired condition. With the genetic form, there is variation in how the cones respond to certain wavelengths. Acquired color blindness can develop due to diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. It can also be due to acute damage, illness, or aging.

recessive color blindness

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